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DAVID . 


BOSTON: 
JOHX    P.    JEWETT    AND    COMPANY, 

CLEVELAND,  OHIO:    II .  P .  B  .  JEWETT. 

18  5  8. 


Entered,  according  to  Act  of  Congress,  in  the  year  1857,  by 

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PEEF  ACE. 


The  Congregational  Hymn  Book  is  designed  expressly 
for  the  service  of  the  sanctuary,  and  in  its  compilation  the 
wants  of  the  pastor,  the  choir,  and  the  people  in  the  solemn 
act  of  public  worship,  and  the  immediate  relation  of  the  whole 
assembly  to  Jehovah,  the  adorable  Object  of  all  true  worship, 
have  been  steadily  kept  in  view. 

m  the  rich  and  ample  domain  of  our  devotional  lyric 
poetrv,  the  compiler  has  endeavored  to  make  a  collection  of 
hymns,  correct  in  sentiment,  elevated  in  style,  harmonious 
in  language,  and  so  full  and  copious  in  its  various  depart- 
ments as  to  meet  and  satisfy  the  present  exigencies  of  the 
pregational  Church  in  America. 

The  best  versions  of  the  Psalms,  together  with  the  choicest 
hymns  of  the  highly- gifted  and  the  venerated  Dr.  Watts 
form  the  basis  of  the  work  ;  and  next  to  these,  decided 
preference  has  been  given  to  the  sublime  and  spiritual  com- 
positions of  Dr.  Doddkidge,  to  the  warm  and  heart-stirring 
lyrics  of  the  Rev.  Charles  Wesley,  and  to  the  smooth,  the 
tender,  and  devout  effusions  of  Mrs.  Steele. 

Of  the  more  modern  sacred  poets,  the  estimable  Cowper, 
and  the  pious  Newton,  joint  authors  of  the  "  Olney  Hymns  ;  M 
the  elegant  and  devoted  Heber  ;  the  Christ-loving  James 
Montgomery  ;  the  pensive  Grant  ;  the  fervent  Kelly  ;  the 
classic  Bowsing  ;  Lyte,  the  author  of  the  M  Spirit  of  the 
Psalms ;  "  the  accomplished  Dr.  Collyer  ;  Dr.  Andrew  Reed, 
and  Dr.  S.  F.  Smith,  are  largely  represented  in  this  volume; 
and  in  addition  to  these,  the  choicest  lyrical  productions  of 
nearly  two  hundred  other  sacred  poets  give  variety  and  rich- 
ness to  its  pases. 

As  the  design  of  singing  in  the  sanctuary  is  not  to  teach 
the  abstruse  doctrines  of  theology,  or  to  extol  and  magnify 
the  worshipper ;  but,  on  the  other  hand,  to  laud,  and  bless, 
(3) 


PREFACE. 

and  glorify  the  living  God,  either  by  the  voice  of  supplication 
or  by  direct  ascriptions  oi  thanksgiving  and  praise,  many  pop- 
ular hymns,  beautiful  in  themselves,  but  having  no  adapta- 
tion to  the  purposes  of  public  worship,  have  been  designedly 
omitted  ;  and  for  the  same  reason,  hymns  containing  direct 
addresses  to  the  dead  have  found  no  place  in  this  collection. 

Believing  that  the  changes  and  mutilations  which  most  of 
our  standard  hymns  have  from  time  to  time  undergone  are 
alike  at  variance  with  good  taste  and  literary  integrity,  and 
that  a  continuance  of  this  practice  must  prove  highly  detri- 
mental to  the  best  interests  of  hymnology,  the  compiler  has 
ventured  on  no  alterations  and  emendations  in  the  hymns  of 
this  collection,  except  in  the  way  of  abridgment,  or  of  cor- 
recting grammatical  and  rhythmical  errors,  or  of  restoring 
the  hymns  to  their  original  form,  which  is  found  to  be,  in  al- 
most every  instance,  the  most  lyrical,  the  most  devotional, 
and  the  best. 

The  psalms  of  Dr.  Watts  have  been  collated  with  his  own 
edition  of  1719,  and  both  psalms  and  hymns  with  the  quarto 
edition  of  his  works  published  by  his  executors  in  17-53.  The 
hymns  of  Addison",  Wesley,  Doddridge,  Steele,  Toplady, 
Beddome,  Hart,  the  Stexxetts,  Dr.  Fraxcis,  Cowper,  Xew- 
tox,  fee.,  have  all  been  read  and  rectified  by  early  editions  of 
their  respective  works.  Those  of  Montgomery,  Kelly,  Keed, 
and  Heber  are  given  as  revised  by  their  own  hands. 

In  regard  to  hymns  whose  authorship  is  unknown,  or  whose 
original  form  could  not  be  ascertained,  that  copy  of  them  has 
been  taken  which  seemed,  on  the  whole,  best  suited  to  the 
service  of  the  church. 

In  a  few  instances,  verbal  changes  in  hymns  long  familiar, 
in  their  existing  form,  to  the  ear  of  the  people,  and  wedded, 
as  it  were,  to  music,  have  been  permitted  to  remain  ;  and  in 
Miss  Elliott's  beautiful  hymn,  beginning  — 

'•'Just  as  I  am.  -without  one  plea  v  — 

a  single  stanza  (the  oth)  has  been  inserted. 

In  the  prosecution  of  his  work,  the  compiler  has  had  the 
following  points,  especially,  before  him  :  — 

1.  To  present  one  or  more  versions  of  as  many  of  the  psalms 
as  could  be  found  in  a  style  at  all  worthy  of  the  spirit  of  the 
original,  and  at  the  same  time  sufficiently  smooth  and  lyrical 


PREFACE. 

for  musical  expression  and  effect.     These  versions  may  all 
readily  be  found  by  recurring  to  the  Index. 

2.  To  select  such  hymns  as  are  founded  upon,  or  unfold 
gome  sentiment  or  doctrine  of  the  Bible  ;  thus  making  the 
work  breathe  forth  the  spirit  and  develop  Something  of  the 
excellence  and  sublimity,  of  that  great  Source  of  sacred 
poetry  and  song. 

The  prominent  idea  of  each  hymn  is  generally  expressed 
in  its  title,  which  is  invariably  taken  from  Holy  Writ. 

3.  To  introduce  a  large  number  of  hymns  for  the  praise  and 
adoration  of  God  ;  and,  in  hymns  of  a  didactic  nature,  to  give 
the  preference  to  such  as  contain  some  express  acknowledg- 
ment of  God,  who  should  ever  be  the  End,  and  Aim,  and  Ob- 
ject of  all  the  psalmody  of  the  church.  In  accordance  with 
this  idea,  a  large  number  of  doxologies  have  been  inserted. 

•£.  To  make  the  classes  of  hymns  referring  to  the  person  of 
our  Saviour,  the  work  of  redemption,  and  the  Holy  Spirit,  as 
copious  and  complete  as  would  consist  with  the  limits  of 
the  work. 

o.  To  present  a  large  number  of  hymns  deeply  devotional 
in  sentiment,  and  embodying  the  profound  and  varied  experi- 
ence of  the  Christian  life. 

6.  To  give  this  book  a  marked  and  decided  evangelical 
tone ;  and  to  make  it  an  expression  also  of  the  genius  and 
spirit  of  the  Congregational  Church  in  tins  country. 

7.  To  introduce  a  copious  supply  of  hymns  on  the  revival 
and  extension  of  the  church,  on  missionary  and  other  kin- 
dred topics,  with  the  view  of  fostering  and  promoting  that 
aggressive  power  of  the  gospel  which  is  now  so  signally  un- 
folding itself  in  the  church  of  God  throughout  the  world. 

8.  To  admit  such  hymns  only  as  may  be  set  to  music  and 
sung  by  a  choir  and  congregation  with  fervor,  animation,  and 
solemnity. 

9.  To  make  the  Arrangement  and  the  Indexes  so  simple 
and  complete  that  hymns  on  any  given  topic  may  be  imme- 
diately found. 

10.  To  prepare  a  hymn  book,  in  brief,  which  should  meet 
the  varied  circumstances  and  special  occasions  of  our  wor- 
shipping assemblies  ;  which  should  promote  the  practice  of 
congregational  singing  in  our  churches ;  which  should  be  alive 
and  glowing  with  the  spirit  of  the  Oracles  of  God ;  alive  and 

(5) 


PREFACE. 

glowing  with  the  soul  of  sacred  lyric  poetry ;  alive  and  glow- 
ing with  the  fire  of  pure  and  genuine  devotion  ;  alive  and 
glowing  with  the  lofty  praises  of  our  great  Immanuel. 

Such  has  been  the  constant  aim  of  the  compiler  and  his 
assistants  in  his  long  and  laborious  task.  To  what  extent  he 
has  succeeded  it  remains  for  the  churches  to  determine.  If 
they  shall  find  this  Hymn  Book  so  complete  in  its  matter  and 
arrangement  as  to  meet  their  wants  in  this  living  and  event- 
ful age  ;  so  deeply  imbued  with  the  inspiration  of  genuine 
poetry  and  of  the  Oracles  of  truth  as  to  breathe  into  them  a 
profounder  reverence  and  a  livelier  gratitude  to  God  ;  as  to 
awaken  them  to  a  higher  spirituality,  lead  them  to  a  holier 
style  of  living,  and  a  more  efficient  action  for  the  salva- 
tion of  a  world  now  perishing  in  wickedness  around  them  ; 
and  if  God  shall  own  and  bless  it  in  making  it  the  means 
of  exalting  anew  the  heart  and  voice  of  thanksgiving  and  of 
melody  in  His  sanctuary ;  of  winning  souls  to  the  Redeemer, 
and  of  quickening  and  preparing  saints  to  sing  the  "  song  of 
Moses  and  the  Lamb"  before  His  holy  throne  above,  —  the 
honor  and  the  praise  shall  be  ever  given  to  His  great  and 
glorious  name. 

The  compiler  would  do  injustice  to  his  feelings  were  he  not 
to  express  his  obligations  and  acknowledgments  to  George 
Liyermore,  Esq.,  of  Cambridge,  and  Mr.D.  C.  Coeesavorthy, 
of  Boston,  for  the  use  of  their  valuable  works  on  hymnology  ; 
to  Drs.  E.  N.  Kirk  and  Leonard  TVithixgtox,  to  the  Rev. 
Joseph  C.Bodwele,  the  Rev.  Edmuxd  Dowse,  the  Rev.  B.  G. 
Northrup,  and  the  Rev.  Horace  James,  for  their  friendly 
counsel  and  assistance ;  to  Dr.  S.  F.  Smith,  Mrs.  Brown,  and 
Hyde,  and  others,  for  original  hymns  ;  to  his  sister.  Mrs.  E.  E. 
Bates,  for  her  self-denying  labors  in  ascertaining  the  correct 
readings  of  the  hymns  ;  and  to  a  large  number  of  his  brethren 
in  the  ministry,  and  others,  for  their  kind  and  valuable  sug- 
gestions ;  and  also  to  his  publisher  and  printer  for  the  supe- 
rior typographic  execution  of  the  work. 

ELIAS  XASOX. 

April  21,  1857. 

(6) 


INDEX  OP  FIRST  LINES. 


Abide  with  us  ;  the  evening  shade3 L.  M 159 

A  broken  heart,  my  God,  my  King L.  M 457 

According  to  Thy  gracious  word C.  M 776 

A  charge  to  keep  I  have S.  M 6G4 

Acquaint  thee,  O  mortal,  acquaint  thee  with  God lis 462 

Aaain  the  day  returns  of  holy  rest 10s 340 

Alas,  and  did  my  Saviour  bleed C.  Bl 473 

All  hail,  the  power  of  Jesus'  name C.  II 265 

All  His  servants  join  to  sing 7s 273 

All  mortal  vanities,  begone L.  M 222 

All  scenes  alike  engaging  prove L.  M 17 

Almighty  God,  Thy  word  is  cast ....C.  M 4  4 

Almighty  Maker  of  my  frame L.  M 996 

Almighty  Ruler  of  the  skies   L.  M 919 

Always  with  us,  always  with  us 8s  Sc  7s C96 

Amid  Thy  wrath,  remember  love C.  M 555 

Am  I  a  soldier  of  the  cross CM GG3 

Amonz  the  assemblies  of  the  great  L.  M 947 

And  canst  thou,  sinner,  slight S.  M 451 

And  must  this  body  die S.  M 1041 

And  will  the  great,  eternal  God L.  M 743 

And  will  the  Judge  descend S.  M 1>55 

Angels,  assist  to  sing Gs  6c  7s 96 

An <_r- Is  from  the  realms  of  glory 6s,  7s,  <5c  4 137 

Angels  holy  4s,  7s,  <Sc  8a 99 

Angels,  roll  the  rock  away 7s 1-3 

Another  six  days'  work  is  done L.  M 331 

Arise,  great  God,  and  let  Thy  grace L.  M B63 

Arise  in  all  Thy  splendor,  Lord L.  M 639 

Ari<*.  my  soul,  arise H.  M 200 

Arise,  my  soul,  my  joyful  powers C.  M 683 

Arise.  O  King  of  grace,  arise C.  M 751 

Arise,  ye  people,  and  adore C.  M 105 

As  birds  their  infant  brood  protect L.  M 727 

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INDEX    OF    FIKST    LINES. 

As,  bowed  by  sudden  storms,  the  rose C.  M 1030 

A;,  in  soft  silence,  vernal  showers  L.  If..  . 

Asleep  in  Jesus  !    Blessed  sleep L.  M 1033 

As  o'er  the  past  iny  memory  strays C.  M 545 

As  pants  the  hart  for  cooling  streams C.  M 655 

Assembled  at  Thine  altar,  Lord C.  M WB 

Assemble!,  at  Thy  great  command L.  M.. . 

Assembled  in  our  school  once  more L.  M 914 

Bweel  flower  that  scents  t!ie  morn L.  M 1031 

As  when  the  weary  traveller  gains L.  M 515 

At  anchor  laid,  remote  from  home L.  M 294 

At  evening  time,  let  there  be  light L.  M 592 

Attend,  O  earth,  while  I  declare C.  M Ml 

At  Thy  command,  our  dearest  Lord L.  II 773 

At  Thy  footstool  humbly  bending 8s,  7s,  &  4 903 

A  voice  from  the  desert  comes  awful  and  shrill lis 133 

Awake,  and  sing  the  song S.  M 259 

Awake,  arise,  and  hail  the  morn L.  M 145 

Awaked  by  Sinai's  awful  sound C.  P.  M 504 

Awake,  my  soul,  and  with  the  sun L.  H 633 

Awake,  my  soul,  in  joyful  lays L.  M 228 

Awake,  my  soul,  stretch  every  nerve C.  Bf 605 

Awake,  my  tongue,  thy  tribute  bring L.  M 20 

Awake,  our  drowsy  souls H.  If 341 

Awake,  our  souls  ;  away,  our  fears L.  M 681 

Eefore  Jehovah's  awful  throne L.  If 349 

Begin,  my  soul,  the  exalted  lay G#  P.  M 115 

Begin,  my  soul,  the  heavenly  song L.  M 190 

Begin,  my  tongue,  some  heavenly  theme C.  M 73 

Begin  the  high,  celestial  strain C.  If 82 

Behold  the  glories  of  the  Lamb C.  M 276 

Behold,  the  heathen  waits  to  know L.  M 936 

Behold  the  Lamb 4s,  6s,  &  6b 260 

Behold  the  lofty  sky S.  If 316 

Behold  the  Man!  how  glorious  He L.  M 167 

Behold  the  morning  sun S.  M 312 

Behold  the  mountain  of  the  Lord C.  M 811 

Behold  the  Saviour  at  thy  door L.  M 463 

Behold  the  Saviour  of  mankind C.  M 174 

Behold  what  wondrous  grace 8.  M — 

Be  joyful  in  God,  all  ye  lands  of  the  earth lis  &  Ss 3^9 

Beneath  our  feet,  and  o'er  our  head C.  M 430 

Bestow,  O  Lord,  upon  our  youth C.  M S90 

Be  Thou,  O  God,  by  night,  by  day C.  M 636 

Be  Thou,  O  God,  exalted  high L.  M.. . 

Beyond  the  flittering  starry  skies C.  M 173 

Beyond  where  Cedron's  waters  flow 8s  &  6s 164 


IXDFX    OF    FIRST    LINES. 

are  the  pure  in  heart B.  M 551 

:  God  7- 55 

-  of  peace S.  M B84 

are  the  souls  that  hear  and  know C.   '■!..  .. 

be  the  Father  and  His  love I 

be  the  tie  that  hinds S.  M 770 

is  the  man  whom  Thou.  O  Lord C.  M 

whos    softening  heart C  M 

is  the  man  who  shuns  the  place C.   M 691 

.  wlio  with  generous  pity  glows L.  M "    i 

Hie—.  1 1  Lord,  the  opening  year 7~ 

ne S.  M 

Blest  morning,  whose  young  dawning  rays C.  M 335 

ruinpet,  blow II.  M.... 

i  f  heaven,  «>!i  Thee  I  feed 7s 3    : 

f  the  world,  in  mercy  broken 9s  &  Bs 77-3 

the  wave.  Christian "  -  &     -. 

.ml  joyful  is  the  mom 7s 143 

rush  upon  my  sight C.  M 1059 

Brighr<-  the  morning lis  ,1c  10s 149 

.  dreadful  God L.  M 016 

-    &   7fi 073 

rlasting  love ('.  M 940 

Broad  is  the  road  that  leads  to  death L.  M. .  .  . 

Buried  ;  the  night L.  M I 

!  emerald  gates,  and  bring 7s  *x  6s 1077 

lyrill CM 907 

Calm  on  the  listening  ear  of  night C.  M 144 

1  urners,  cease  to  languish Efe  &  7s.... 

Shepherd  of  Thy  chosen  sheep C.  M 740 

n  ':  sorrow,  rilled  with  dismay 10s.  6,  ,5c  4- 459 

n,  hear  the  melting  story Bs,  7-.  &    ;.. 931 

i.  listen  to  the  Lord 7- . 

I  !  of  the  heavenly  King 7s 706 

Christians,  brethren,  ere  we  part 7> 402 

Christian,  see  !  the  orient  morning Bs 

ads  me  through  no  darker  rooms ( '.  M 

•fall  my  hopes  the  Ground 7s 679 

lie  Lord,  is  risen  to-day 7s 181 

hose  glory  fills  the  >kies 7s 223 

Come,  all  ye  saints  of  God 6s  :c  4s 231 

Spirit,  Source  of  light L.  M 291 

■arest  Lord,  descend,  and  dwell L.  M "    1 

racious  Spirit,  heavenly  Dove L.   :■[..  . 

Come  hither,  all  ye  weary  souls L.  M 4-31 

Come,  Holy  Spirit,  come S.  M 295 

Come,  Holy  Spirit,  heavenly  Dove CM 286 

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INDEX    OF    FIRST    LINES. 

Come,  humble  sinner,  in  whose  breast C.  M 472 

Come  in,  thou  blessed  of  the  Lord L.  M. 754 

Come,  let  our  voiees  join H.  M 022 

Come,  let  our  voices  join  to  raise L.  M 3G8 

Come,  let  us  anew  our  journey  pursue P.  M (J72 

Come,  let  us  join  our  cheerful  songs C.  M 203 

Come,  let  us  lift  our  joyful  eyes C.  M 241 

Come,  let  us  lift  our  voices  high C.  M 770 

Come,  my  soul,  thy  suit  prepare 7s 019 

Come,  O  my  soul,  in  sacred  lays L.  M 100 

Come,  O  ye  saints,  your  voices  raise C.  M 93 

Come,  said  Jesus'  sacred  voice 7s 419 

Come,  sound  His  praise  abroad S.  M 358 

Come,  Thou  almighty  King Gs  &.  4s 308 

Come,  Thou  Desire  of  all  Thy  saints CM 373 

Come,  Thou  Fount  of  every  blessing 8s  &.  7s .723 

Come,  Thou  soul-transforming  Spirit 8s,  7s,  &  4 375 

Come  to  Calvary's  holy  mountain 8s  &.  7s 427 

Come  up  hither  ;  come  away 7s 1075 

Come,  we  who  love  the  Lord S.  M 712 

Come,  ye  disconsolate,  where'er  ye  languish lis  &  10s G01 

Come,  ye  sinners,  poor  and  wretched 8s,  7s,  &  4 466 

Come,  ye  souls,  by  sin  afflicted 8s,  7s,  &  4 425 

Come,  ye  that  know  and  fear  the  Lord C  M 35 

Consider  all  my  sorrows,  Lord C  M 563 

Constrain  me  by  Thy  love S.  M 210 

Creator  Spirit !  by  whose  aid L.  M 285 

Crown  Wis  head  with  endless  blessing 8s  &z.  7s 256 

Dark  brood  the  heavens  o'er  thee ..7s  &  G$ 446 

Daughter  of  Zion,  awake  from  thy  sadness Us tl5 

Daughter  of  Zion,  from  the  dust C  M.  . 801 

Day  of  judgment,  day  of  wonders 8s,  7s,  &c  4 468 

Dearest  of  all  the  names  above CM 207 

Dear  is  the  hallowed  morn  to  me L.  M 333 

Dear  Lord,  and  shall  Thy  Spirit  rest L.  M 202 

Dear  Refuse  of  my  weary  soul C.  M 4-4 

Delay  not,  delay  not  •,  O  sinner,  draw  near Us 4.V2 

Delightful  work,  young  souls  to  win C  M Oil 

Depth  of  mercy  !  can  there  be 7s ir-'S 

Descend  from  heaven,  immortal  Dove L.  M 302 

Did  Christ  o'er  sinners  weep S.  M 154 

Do  not  I  love  Thee,  O  my  Lord C.  M 538 

Dread  Jehovah,  God  of  nations Ss  &.  7s 063 

Early,  my  God,  without  delay C  M 354 

Earth's  transitory  things  decay L.  M 505 

Erect  vour  heads,  eternal  gates CM 167 

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Ere  the  blue  heavens  were  stretched  abroad L.  M 134 

Eternal  and  immortal  King L.  M 654 

Eternal  Father,  God  of  love C.  M 400 

Eternal  God,  Thy  works  of  might C.  M 96 

Eternal  Power  !     Almighty  God C.  M 53 

Eternal  Source  of  every  joy L.  M 991 

Eternal  Spirit,  we  confess L.  M 299 

Eternal  Wisdom,  Thee  we  praise C.  M 43 

Eternity  !    Eternity P.  M 1005 

Exalted  Prince  of  life,  we  own L.  M -357 

Exalt  the  Lord  our  God S.  M 30 

Faint  not,  Christian,  though  the  road Ts 673 

Faith,  hope,  and  charity,  these  three L.  M 909 

Faith  is  the  brightest  evidence C.  M 507 

Faith  is  the  polar  star •. ?.  P.  M 509 

Far  as  the  isles  extend H.  M -04 

Far  as  Thy  name  is  known S.  M 359 

Far  from  mortal  cares  retreating Ss  6c  Is 376 

Far  from  these  narrow  scenes  oi  night C.  M 1060 

Far  from  my  thoughts,  vain  world,  begone L.  M 390 

Far  from  the  world,  O  Lord,  I  flee C.  If 547 

Far  o'er  the  land  the  precious  grain C.  M 736 

Father,  by  Thy  heavenly  blessing Ss,  7s,  &  4 741 

Father,  I  bless  Thy  gentle  hand L.  M 600 

Father  of  heaven,  whose  love  profound L.  M 353 

Father  of  mercies,  bow  Thine  ear L.  M 743 

Father  of  mercies,  God  of  love L.  M 492 

Father  of  mercies,  in  Thy  word C.  M 315 

Father  of  mercies,  send  Thy  grace C.  M 535 

Father  of  the  human  race 7s 553 

Father,  Thy  paternal  care 7s 55 

Father,  whate'er  of  earthly  bliss C.  31 611 

Fools  in  their  hearts  believe  and  say C.  M 413 

For  a  season  called  to  part 7s 795 

Forever  with  the  Lord S.  M 1070 

Forth  from  the  dark  and  stormy  sky L.  M 37-2 

Fountain  of  mercy,  God  of  love C.  M 938 

Frequent  the  day  of  God  returns CM 398 

Friend  after  friend  departs * S.  H.  M 1009 

From  all  that  dwell  below  the  skies L.  M 130 

From  deep  distress  and  troubled  thoughts L.  M 567 

From  every  stormy  wind  that  blows L.  M 622 

From  Greenland's  icy  mountains 7s  &   6s S19 

From  foes  that  would  the  land  devour Ss  &  6s 943 

From  lowest  depths  of  woe S.  M 56*2 

From  the  cross  uplifted  high 7s 434 

From  Thee,  my  God,  mv  jovs  shall  rise, C.  M 716 

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From  the  Table  now  retiring 8s  &  7s 778 

Prom  year  to  year  in  love  we  meet L.  If 927 

Gently,  gently  lay  Thy  rod 7S ..604 

Gently,  my  Saviour,  let  me  down I,.  M \Q%Q 

Gird  on  Thy  conquering  sword H.  M g|{ 

Gird  Thy  sword  on,  mighty  Saviour 6s,  7s,  6c  4 846 

Give  me  the  wings  of  faith  to  rise C.  M 510 

Give  thanks  to  God  ;  He  reigns  above L.  M §Q 

Give  thanks  to  God  most  high II.  M 107 

Give  to  our  God  immortal  praise L.  M 10C 

Give  to  the  Lord,  ye  sons  of  fame L.  M 25 

Give  to  the  winds  thy  fears S.  M ;;:2 

Glad  hearts  to  Thee  we  bring 6s  6c  4s 9-25 

Glorious  things  of  thee  are  spoken 8s  6c  7s 701 

Glory,  glory  everlasting 8s,  7s,  6c  4 2r3 

Glory,  glory  to  our  King 7s 275 

Glory  to  God  on  high Cs  6c   Is 206 

Glory  to  the  Father  give 7a 913 

Glory  to  Thee,  my  God,  this  night  L.  M 039 

God  Almighty  and  All-seeing 8s,  7s,  6c  4 3^6 

God  bless  our  native  land Cs  6c  4s 943 

God  in  His  earthly  temple  lays L.  M 394 

God  is  in  His  holy  temple 8s,  7s,  6c  4 346 

God  is  love  ;  His  mercy  brightens 8s  6c  7s 34 

God  is  the  Refuge  of  His  saints L.  M 60 

God  moves  in  a  mysterious  way C.  M 78 

God,  my  Supporter  and  my  Hope C.  M 705 

God  of  mercy,  hear  our  prayer 7s 8M) 

God  of  my  life,  through  all  its  days L.  M 123 

God  of  my  life,  to  Thee  I  call L.  M 568 

God  of  our  fathers,  by  whose  hand CM 945 

God  of  our  fathers,  'tis  Thy  hand L.  M 933 

God  of  our  fathers,  to  Thy  throne C.  M 956 

God  of  the  changing  year,  whose  arm  of  power 10s 993 

God  of  the  morning,  at  whose  voice L.  M 541 

God  of  the  rolling  orbs  above L.  M 46 

God  of  the  universe,  to  Thee CM 750 

God  the  all -terrible,  Thou  who  ordainest lis,  10,  6c  9 962 

Go,  heralds  of  salvation,  forth A L.  M 740 

Go,  messenger  of  peace  and  love L.  M 859 

Good  is  the  Lord,  the  heavenly  King C  M 980 

Go,  preach  My  gospel,  saith  the  Lord L.  M 735 

Go  to  dark  Gethsemane 7s 163 

Go,  ye  messengers  of  God 7>. -:>7 

Grace,  like  an  uncorrupted  seed C  M 

Grace  !  'tis  a  charming  sound S.  M 2:>8 

Gracious  Spirit  !  love  divine 7s 290 

Grant  the  abundance  of  the  sea L.  M 881 

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Greni.  Former  of  this  various  frame L.  M 14 

Great  God,  as  seasons  disappear L.  M 990 

Great  God,  attend,  while  Zion  sinus L.  M 383 

Great  God,  at  Thy  command 8.  M 

Great  God,  beneath  whose  piercing  eye L.  P.  fii 951 

Gread  God.  how  infinite  art  Thou C.  M 13 

Great  God,  indulge  my  humble  claim L.  M 364 

Great  God,  in  vain  man's  narrow  view L.  M 21 

Great  God,  the  heavens'  well-ordered  frame L.  P.  M 40 

Great  God,  the  nations  of  the  earth C.  M 854 

Great  God,  this  sacred  day  of  Thine L.  M 343 

Great  God,  Thy  penetrating  eye C  M 19 

Greai  God*  we  sin<:  that  mighty  hand L.  M 973 

Great  God,  what  <\o  I  see  and  hear P.  M 1054 

Great  God,  who  rear*st  the  mountain's  height L.  U 47 

Great  God,  whose  universal  sway L.  M 622 

Great  is  tiie  Lord  ;  His  works  of  might C.  M 22 

Great  is  the  Lord,  our  God B.  M 70*2 

Great  its  the  Lord  !    What  tongue  can  frame L.  M. 07 

Great  Lord  of  angels,  we  adore L.  M 734 

Grea:  Shepherd  of  Thine  Israel L.  M 607 

Great  Source  of  being  and  of  love L.  M 323 

Green  pastures,  and  clear  streams S.  M 731 

Guide  me,  O  Thou  great  Jehovah 6s,  7s,  6c  4 G26 

Hail!  holy,  holy,  holy  Lord C.  H 304 

Hail,  sacred  truth,  whose  piercing  rays C.  31 325 

Hail,  sovereign  love,  that  first  began L.  M 231 

Hail,  Thou  long-ex  ported  Jesus 6s  &.  7  s 152 

Hail,  Thou  once-despised  Jesus 8s  6c  7s 253 

Hail  to  the  brightness  of  Zion's  glad  morning lis  &  10s ?12 

Hail  to  the  Lord's  Anointed 7s  6c  Gs 629 

Hail  to  the  Prince  of  life  and  peace L.  M 252 

Hallelujah  !  best  and  sweetest < 6s,  7s,  6c  4 277 

Happy  is  he  who  fears  the  Lord C.  M 533 

Happy,  Saviour,  would  I  be 7s 616 

Happy's  the  child  whose  tender  years C  31 899 

Happy  the  church,  thou  sacred  place L.  II 732 

Hippy  the  heart  where  graces  reign CM 522 

Hark  !  an  awful  voice  is  sounding 6s  6c  7s 663 

Hark!  from  the  tombs  a  doleful  sound  C  M 1035 

Hark,  my  soul !  it  is  the  Lord 7s 501 

Hark  !  ten  thousand  harps  and  voices 8s  6c  7s 271 

Hark  !  that  shout  of  rapturous  joy 7s 1056 

Hark,  the  glad  sound  !  the  Saviour  comes C  M 150 

Hark!  the  gospel  trumpet's  sounding 8s  6c  7s 450 

Hark  !  the  herald  angels  sing 7s 143 

Hark  !  the  song  of  jubilee 7s 279 

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Hark  !  the  voice  of  love  and  mercy bs,  7s,  <St  4 170 

Hark  !  what  celestial  sounds H.  M 140 

Hark!  what  mean  those  holy  voices bs  At  7s 141 

Hasten,  Lord,  the  glorious  time 7s b37 

Hasten,  Lord,  to  my  release 7s 5-3 

Hasten,  O  sinner,  to  be  wise L.  M 440 

Haste,  traveller,  haste  !  the  night  comes  on L.  M 436 

Have  I  that  faith  which  looks  to  Christ C.  M .014 

Hear  what  God,  the  Lord,  hath  spoken 8s  &  7s 817 

Heavenly  Father,  grant  Thy  blessing bs  At  7s 9*28 

Heavenward  !  doth  His  Spirit  cry 7s €01 

He  dies  !  the  Friend  of  sinners  dies L.  M 172 

He  lives,  the  everlasting  God L.  M 58 

He  lives,  the  great  Redeemer  lives L.  II 242 

Help,  Lord,  for  men  of  virtue  fail CM 798 

Help  us,  O  Lord,  Thy  yoke  to  wear L.  M 938 

Here,  at  Thy  table,  Lord,  we  meet C.  M 771 

He  reigns  !  the  Lord,  the  Saviour,  reigns L.  M 1049 

Here  we  have  seen  Thy  face,  O  Lord L.  M 777 

He  who  on  earth  as  man  was  known C.  M 225 

Hide  not  thy  talent  in  the  earth CM 544 

High  in  the  heavens,  eternal  God L.  M 1 

High  in  yonder  realms  of  light 7s 1076 

High  o'er  the  heavens,  supreme,  alone L.  M 104 

High  on  a  hill  of  dazzling  light L.  M 089 

High  on  His  throne  of  heavenly  light L.  M 243 

Holy  and  reverend  is  the  name CM .29 

Holy  Bible,  book  divine 7s 319 

Holy  Ghost,  dispel  our  sadness 8s  At  7s 300 

Holy  Ghost,  with  light  divine 7s 287 

Holy,  holy,  holy  Lord 7s 1 16 

Holy  Lord,  our  hearts  prepare 7s 3.55 

Hos;inna  to  our  conquering  King C  M 272 

Hosanna  to  the  living  Lord L.  M 393 

Hosanna  to  the  Prince  of  Light C.  M 189 

How  are  Thy  servants  blessed,  O  Lord C  M C9u 

How  beauteous  are  their  feet S.  M 733 

How  blessed  the  sacred  tie  that  binds L.  M 780 

How  charming  is  the  place S.  M 348 

How  condescending  and  how  kind CM 204 

How  did  my  heart  rejoice  to  hear C  M 3G6 

How  dread  are  Thine  eternal  years C  M 524 

How  firm  a  foundation,  ye  saints  of  the  Lord lis 74 

How  gentle  God's  commands S.  M 420 

How  clovious  is  our  heavenly  King C.  M 900 

How  heavy  is  the  night S.  M 201 

How  helpless  guilty  nature  lies C  M 412 

How  honorable  is  the  place CM 728 

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How  larse  the  promise,  how  divine C.  M 7S7 

How  long,  0  Lord,  ^hall  I  complain L.  M 591 

How  oft,  alas  I  this  wretched  heart CM 490 

How  pleasant,  how  divinely  fair L.  M 357 

How  pleasant  'tis  to  see S.  P.  M 7-1 

How  pleased  and  blessed  was  I S.  P.  M 371 

How  pleasing  is  Thy  voice H.  51 978 

How  precious  is  the  book  divine C  M 311 

How  sad  our  state  by  nature  is C.  M 416 

How  -hall  the  sons  of  men  appear L.  M 19*2 

How  shall  the  young  secure  their  hearts C.  M 321 

How  sou  the  words  my  Saviour  speaks L.  Hi 905 

How  sweet  and  awful  is  the  place CM 764 

How  sweet,  how  heavenly  is  the  sight C.  M 7S2 

How  sweetly  along  the  gay  mead Ss 981 

How  sweetly  flowed  the  gospel's  sound L.  M 153 

How  sweet  the  evening  shadows  fall C.  M 643 

How  sweet  the  hour  of  closing  day L.  M 1006 

How  sweet  the  melting  lay S.  M 792 

How  sweet  the  name  of  Jesus  sounds C.  M 010 

How  sweet  to  leave  the  world  a  while L.  M 7S7 

How  swift  the  torrent  rolls S.  M 993 

How  vain  are  all  things  here  below C.  M 570 

How  vain  is  all  beneath  the  skies L.  M 999 

How  wondrous  great,  how  glorious  bright C.  M 6 

I  asked  the  Lord  that  I  might  grow L.  M 564 

If  God  succeed  not,  all  the  cost L.  M...  . 

If  human  kindness  meets  return C.  M 7Cfe 

If  through  unruffled  seas S.  M 513 

I  give  immortal  praise H.  M 306 

I  know  that  my  Redeemer  lives  ;  What  comfort L.  M 014 

I  know  that  my  Redeemer  lives.  And  ever C.  M 015 

I'll  praise  my  Maker  with  my  breath L.  P.  M 10S 

I'll  speak  the  honors  of  my  King C.  M 067 

I  love  the  Lord  ;  He  guides  my  way C.  M 517 

I  love  the  Lord  ;  He  heard  my  cries C  M 501 

I  love  the  volumes  of  Thy  word L.  P.  M 314 

I  love  Thy  kingdom.  Lord S.  M 730 

I  love  to  steal  a  while  away C.  M 

I'm  not  ashamed  to  own  my  Lord C.  M 701 

In  all  my  Lord's  appointed  ways C  M 677 

In  all  my  vast  concerns  with  Thee C.  M IS 

In  all  my  ways,  O  God S.  M B8S 

Indulgent  Sovereign  of  the  skies L.  M 548 

In  evil  long  I  took  delight C.  M 496 

In  expectation  sweet ?•  M 1057 

In  God's  own  house  pronounce  His  praise C.  M 378 

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In  heaven  the  rapturous  song  began C  M 151 

In  merry,  not  in  wrath,  rebuke C  M 486 

Inquire,  ye  pilgrims,  for  the  way C.  U 369 

In  songs  of  sublime  adoration  and  praise lis  &z.  Bi 121 

In  sweet,  exalted  strains H.  M 740 

In  the  cross  of  Christ  I  glory 8s  &  7s 173 

In  Thee,  great  God,  with  songs  of  praise C.  M 950 

In  the  soft  season  of  thy  youth CM 904 

In  Thy  name,  O  Lord,  assembling 8s,  7s,  &  4 353 

In  trouble  and  in  grief,  O  God CM 779 

In  vain  we  seek  for  peace  with  God C  M 191 

I  saw,  beyond  the  tomb S.  M 505 

I  send  the  joys  of  earth  away L.  M.. C80 

I  sing  the  almighty  power  of  God C  M 45 

I  spread  my  sins  before  the  Lord L.  M 502 

Israel's  Shepherd,  guide  me,  feed  me 8s  <fc  7s 401 

I  stand  on  Zion's  mount S.  M 707 

Is  there  ambition  in  my  heart C  M 555 

Is  this  a  fast  for  Me S.  M 966 

Is  this  the  kind  return S.  M 482 

It  is  the  Lord,  enthroned  in  light C  M 602 

It  is  the  Lord  our  Saviour's  hand L.  M 1003 

I  trust  the  Lord 4s  <Sc  7s .'323 

I  waited  patient  for  the  Lord CM 577 

I  wait  for  Thy  salvation,  Lord C.  M 799 

I  was  a  grovelling  creature  once C  M 088 

I  was  a  wandering  sheep S.  M 574 

I  will  extol  Thee,  Lord,  on  high L.  M 615 

I  would  not  live  alway  :  I  ask  not  to  stay lis  &l  12s 1018 

Jehovah  reigns  ;  He  dwells  in  light L.  M 2 

Jehovah  reigns  ;  let  all  the  earth - L.  M 4 

Jehovah's  praise  sublime 6s  &  8s 103 

Jerusalem  !  my  happy  home C  M 720 

Jesus,  and  shall  it  ever  be L.  M.. . . 

Jesus,  assembled  in  Thy  name C  M 892 

Jesus,  at  Thy  command H.  M 508 

Jesus,  full  of  all  compassion 8s  &  7s 478 

Jesus,  I  love  Thy  charming  name C  M 213 

Jesus,  I  my  cross  have  taken 8s  &.  7s 676 

Jesus  invites  His  saints S.  M 767 

Jesus,  Lover  of  my  soul 7s 234 

Jesus,  my  All,  to  heaven  is  gone L.  M 1042 

Jesus  shall  reign  where'er  the  sun L.  M 828 

Jesus,  the  vision  of  Thy  face C  M 527 

Jesus,  Thou  everlasting  King L.  M 284 

Jesus,  Thy  blood  and  righteousness L.  M 235 

Jesus,  to  Thy  dear  wounds  we  flee CM 105*7 

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Jesus,  while  our  hearts  are  bleeding 5s  k.  7  s 1025 

Jesus,  who  on  Calvary's  mountain Bfl  6c  7s 479 

Join  all  the  glorious  names II.  M 209 

Joy  to  the  world  1  the  Lord  is  come C.  M 142 

i  ',  O  God,  and  plead  my  cause C.  If 589 

]  ne,  O  Lord,  and  prove  my  ways L.  M 552 

who  rule  the  world  by  laws L.  P.  M.. . . 

I  am,  without  one  plea L.  M 476 

Keep  silence,  all  created  things C.  M 32 

Kindred  in  Christ,  for  His  dear  sake L.  M 794 

Kingdoms  and  thrones  to  God  belong L.  II 23 

Lal>oring  and  heavy-laden 8s  <Sc  7s 573 

Laden  with  guilt,  and  full  of  fears C.  M 324 

Lamb  of  God,  whose  dying  love 7s,  Cs,  &  8 774 

Lauded  be  Thy  name  forever Ss 124 

Lead  us,  heavenly  Father,  lead  us 5s,  7s,  &,  4s C24 

Let  ail  the  earth  their  voices  raise L.  P.  M 362 

Let  all  the  heathen  writers  join C.  M 317 

Let  children  hear  the  mighty  deeds CM B88 

Let  children  that  would  fear  the  Lord C.  M 

Let  every  creature  join S.  M 86 

Let  every  heart  rejoice  and  sing P.  M 970 

Let  every  mortal  ear  attend C.  M 419 

Let  lofty  songs,  let  boundless  joy L.  II 118 

Let  party  names  no  more S.  M 7:4 

Let  saints  below  in  concert  sing CM 7:5 

Let  the  seventh  angel  sound  on  high L.  M 501 

Let  Thy  grace,  Lord,  make  me  lowly 8s  &>  7s 557 

Let  us  awake  our  joys. .    Cs  6c  4s 253 

Let  Zion's  watchmen  all  awake C.  M 733 

Life  is  a  span,  a  fleeting  hour C  M 1036 

Life  is  the  time  to  serve  the  Lord L.  M 432 

Lift  up  to  God  the  voice  of  praise C.  M B7 

Light  of  life,  seraphic  fire 7s 355 

Light  of  those  whose  dreary  dwelling 5s  &  7s 224 

Like  Israel's  host  to  exile  driven L.  M 95S 

Like  morning,  when  her  early  breeze L.  M 415 

Like  Noah's  wean-  dove S.  II 477 

i  lows  gliding  o'er  the  plain L.  M 1001 

Like  sheep  we  went  astray S.  M 196 

Listen,  sinner  !  Mercy  hails  you 8s,  7s,  &l  4 413 

Little  rain  drops  feed  the  rill 7s 942 

Lo,  God  is  here!  let  us  adore L.  M 392 

Lo,  He  comes,  the  King  of  glory 88,  7s,  &  4 247 

Lo,  He  cometh  !  countless  trumpets 8s,  7s,  &.  4 1051 

Look,  ye  saints  ;  the  sight  is  glorious 8s,  7s,  Sc  4s 259 

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INDEX    OF    FIRST    LINES. 

Lo,  on  a  narrow  neck  of  land C.  P.  M 486 

Lord,  am  1  Thine,  entirely  Thine L.  M 775 

Lord,  assist  us  by  Thy  grace 7s 887 

Lord,  at  Thy  table  I  behold C.  M 775 

Lord,  dismiss  us  with  Thy  blessing  ;  Bid  us 8s  &.  7s 397 

Lord,  dismiss  us  with  Thy  blessing;  Fill  our 8s,  7s,  &  4s 406 

Lord,  how  secure  and  blessed  are  they L.  M 704 

Lord,  how  secure  my  conscience  was C.  M 417 

Lord,  I  am  Thine  3  but  Thou  wilt  prove L.  M 576 

Lord,  I  am  vile,  conceived  in  sin L.  M 411 

Lord,  I  believe;  Thy  power  I  own C.  M 505 

Lord,  if  Thou  Thy  grace  impart 7s 553 

Lord,  I  have  made  Thy  word  my  choice C.  M 322 

Lord,  in  the  morning  Thou  shalt  hear C.  M 351 

Lord,  lead  my  heart  to  learn S.  M 917 

Lord,  lead  the  way  the  Saviour  went C.  M 939 

Lord,  let  Thy  goodness  lead  our  land  , L.  M 944 

Lord,  now  we  part  in  Thy  blest  name L.  M 399 

Lord  of  all  worlds,  incline  Thy  bounteous  ear 10s 850 

Lord  of  glory,  who  didst  honor 8s,  7s,  &  4 930 

Lord  of  heaven,  and  earth,  and  ocean 8s  &  7s 971 

Lord  of  hosts,  to  Thee  we  raise 7s 745 

Lord  of  the  Sabbath,  hear  our  vows L.  M 344 

Lord  of  the  worlds  above H.  M 3G7 

Lord,  Thou  hast  searched  and  seen  me  through L.  M 16 

Lord,  Thy  glory  fills  the  heaven  8s  &.  7s Ill 

Lord,  visit  Thy  forsaken  race L.  M 865 

Lord,  we  come  before  Thee  now 7s 370 

Lord,  we  have  heard  Thy  works  of  old C.  M 9G7 

Lord,  what  a  feeble  piece S.  M 997 

Lord,  what  offering  shall  we  bring 7s 935 

Lord,  what  a  thoughtless  wretch  was  I L.  M 500 

Lord,  when  my  raptured  thought  surveys C.  M 50 

Lord,  when  my  thoughts  delighted  rove L.  M 480 

Lord,  when  Thine  ancient  people  cried L.  M 949 

Lord,  when  Thou  didst  ascend  on  high L.  M 188 

Lord,  when  we  bend  before  Thy  throne C.  M 356 

Lord,  where  shall  guilty  souls  retire CM 19 

Lord,  while  for  all  mankind  we  pray C.  M 953 

Lord,  whom  winds  and  seas  obey 7s.. ....  .875 

Lo,  round  the  throne,  at  God's  right  hand L.  M 1062 

Lo,  the  mighty  God  appearing 8s,  7s,  &  4 1044 

Lo,  the  prisoner  is  released 7s 1019 

Lo,  the  seal  of  death  is  breaking 8s  &,  7s 10/35 

Loud  hallelujahs  to  the  Lord L.  M 125 

Love  divine,  all  love  excelling 8s  &  7s 652 

Love  is  the  theme  of  saints  above L.  M 910 

Lo,  what  a  glorious  Corner  Stone L.  M 723 

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INDEX    OF    FIRST    LINES. 

Lo,  what  a  glorious  sight  appears C.  M 818 

Lowly  and  solemn  be Os  6c  4s 26 

Man  has  a  soul  of  vast  desires L.  M 410 

Many  centuries  have  lied 7s Too 

Many  woe.-  had  Christ  endured , 7s 166 

May  not  the  sovereign  Lord  on  high L.  M 31 

May  tlie  glorious  day  of 'promise 8s,  7s,  6c  4 K,4 

May  th?  mace  of  Christ,  our  Saviour 8s  6c  7s A  7 

Men  of  God,  go  take  your  stations 8s,  7s,  6c  4 858 

Messiah  !  at  Thy  glad  approach C.  M 1&6 

Mighty  One,  before  whose  face 7s 909 

Mine  eyes  and  my  desire S.  M 583 

Morning  breaks  upon  the  tomb 7s ISO 

My  dear  Redeemer,  and  my  Lord .L.  H 155 

My  faith  looks  up  to  Thee Cs  6c  4s 511 

My  f  '\v  revolving  years S.  M !'<'"> 

My  forme*  hopes  are  fled S.  M 494 

My  God,  accept  my  early  vows L.   M !     I 

My  Cod,  in  whom  are  all  the  springs L.  M 91 

My  God,  my  everlasting  Hope CM 656 

My  God,  my  King,  Thy  various  praise L.  M WJ 

My  God.  my  Life,  my  Love S.  M 519 

My  Cod,  my  Portion,  and  my  Love C.  M 528 

My  God,  permit  me  not  to  be L.  M 543 

My  Cod.  the  Spring  of  all  my  joys C.  M 715 

My  God,  the  steps  of  pious  men CM 693 

My  God,  Thy  boundless  love  I  praise C  P.  M 38 

My  gracious  Redeemer  I  love 8s 513 

My  opening  eyes  with  rapture  see L.  M 339 

My  Shepherd  is  the  living  Lord L.  M 65 

My  son,  know  thou  the  Lord S.  M 893 

My  soul  before  Thee  prostrate  lies L.  M 49" 

My  soul,  be  on  thy  guard S.  M 070 

My  soul,  repeat  His  praise S.  M 57 

My  soul,  thy  great  Creator  praise L.  M 98 

My  soul,  with  humble  fervor  raise L.  M 90 

My  soul,  with  sacred  joy  survey L.  M 8-TJo 

7>Iy  spirit  looks  to  God  alone L.  M 69-2 

My  spirit  sinks  within  me,  Lord L.  M 560 

My  thoughts  surmount  these  lower  skies C  M 51G 

Nearer,  my  God,  to  Thee 6s  6c  4s 651 

No  change  of  time  shall  ever  shock CM 75 

Not  all  the  blood  of  beasts S.  M 198 

Not  in  the  churchyard  shall  he  sleep C.  M 330 

Not  to  the  terrors  of  the  Lord C  M 733 

Now  begin  the  heavenly  theme 7s 250 

Now  be  the  gospel  banner 7s  &  6s 333 

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INDEX    OF   FIRST    LINES. 

Now  for  a  hymn  of  praise  to  God C.  P.  M 72 

Now  for  a  tune  of  lofty  praise L.  M 262 

Now  is  the  accepted  time S.  M 433 

Now  let  our  mourning  hearts  revive C.  M 1015 

Now  let  our  souls,  on  wings  sublime L.  M 630 

Now  let  our  voices  join S.  M 709 

Now  living  waters  flow S.  M 82? 

Now  may  the  Lord  of  earth  and  skies C.  M 987 

Now  shall  my  solemn  vows  be  paid C.  M 050 

Now  to  the  Lord  a  noble  song L.  M 95 

O,  bless  the  Lord,  my  soul S.  M 51 

O,  blessed  souls  are  they S.  M 580 

O,  bow  Thine  ear,  Eternal  One L.  M 749 

Ocity  of  the  Lord,  begin C.  M 813 

O,  come,  loud  anthems  let  us  sing L.  M 361 

O,  could  I  speak  the  matchless  worth C.  P.  M 218 

O,  could  our  thoughts  and  wishes  fly C.  M G27 

O,  deem  not  they  are  blessed  alone L.  M 1014 

O'er  the  gloomy  hills  of  darkness 8s,  7s,  &  4 640 

O'er  the  realms  of  pagan  darkness 8s,  7s,  &  4 621 

Of  all  the  thoughts  of  God  that  are L.  P.  M 1011 

O  for  a  closer  walk  with  God C.  M 538 

O  for  a  glance  of  heavenly  day L.  M 481 

O  for  a  shout  of  joy II.  M 36 

O  for  a  sweet,  inspiring  ray L.  M 1071 

O  for  a  thousand  tongues,  to  sing C.  M 248 

O  for  the  death  of  those S.  M 1016 

O,  give  thanks  unto  the  Lord 7s 102 

O  God,  beneath  Thy  guiding  hand L.  M 957 

O  God,  my  heart  is  fully  bent C.  M 97 

O  God  of  Abraham,  ever  sure L.  M 885 

O  God,  the  Light  of  all  that  live L.  M 041 

O  God,  we  praise  Thee,  and  confess C.  M 28 

O  happy  day,  that  fixed  my  choice L.  M 753 

O,  happy  is  the  man  who  hears C.  M 703 

O  happy  man,  whose  soul  is  filled C.  M 700 

O  happy  nation,  where  the  Lord L.  P.  M 952 

O,  how  I  love  Thy  holy  law C.  M 318 

O,  if  my  soul  was  formed  for  woe C.  M 485 

O,  in  the  morn  of  life,  when  youth C.  M 903 

O,  join  ye  the  anthems  of  triumph  that  rise lis  &  12s 270 

O,  learn  of  Me,  the  Saviour  cried L.  M 556 

O  Lord,  another  day  is  flown C.  M 615 

O  Lord,  behold,  before  Thy  throne L.  M 912 

O  Lord  our  God,  arise S.  M 841 

O  Lord,  our  heavenly  King S.  M 409 

O  Lord,  Thy  work  revive S.  M 804 

O  my  soul,  what  mean?  this  sadness 8s,  7s,  &  4 717 

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INDEX    OF    FIRST    LINES. 

Once  I  thought  my  mountain  strong 7s r"0 

OncH  more,  my  soul,  the  rising  day C.  81 69 

One  sweet  flower  has  drooped  and  faded 8s  &c  ?s 1      j 

One  there  is,  above  all  others 6s  &,  7a 22 

On  Jordan's  stormy  banks  I  stand C.  M i  F78 

O,  not  my  own  these  verdant  hills L.  If I 

On  the  mountain's  top  appearing 8s,  7s,  &  4 990 

On  Thy  church,  O  Power  divine 7s -    I 

Onward.  Christian,  though  the  region 8s  &c  7s C71 

O,  {traisc  the  Lord,  for  fie  is  good C.  M.. .  . 

O. praise  ye  the  Lord  ;  ffis  greatness  proclaim 10s  <fc  lis 114 

O,  render  thanks  to  God  above L.  M 112 

O  .Saviour  of  a  world  undone L.  M 179 

O  that  arjfgelic  bliss  were  mine L.  M..  .  . 

O  that  f  knew  the  secret  place C.  M 930 

O  that  my  load  of  sin  were  gone L.  M 

O  that  the  Lord's  salvation 7s  &  Gs 382 

O  that  the  Lord  would  guide  my  ways C.  M 543 

O  Thou  from  whom  all  goodness  flows CM £46 

O  Thou  in  whose  presence  my  soul  takes  delight lis  &  8s 

O  Thou,  my  God,  my  Saviour 7s  &  6s 617 

O  Thou  Sun  of  glorious  splendor 8s  <fc  7s B38 

O  Thou  that  hear'st  the  prayer  of  faith C  P.  M 5  6 

O  Thou  that  hear'st  when  sinners  cry L.  Bf 493 

O  Thou,  to  whose  all-searching  sight L.  If 721 

O  Thou  whose  hand  the  kingdom  sways L.  M 739 

O  Thou  whose  mercy  guides  my  way C  M 599 

O  Thou  whose  own  vast  temple  stands C  M 747 

O  Thou  whose  power  o'er  moving  worlds  presides 10s 625 

O  Thou  whose  tender  mercy  hears C  31 495 

-  a  joyful  sound  to  hear CM 300 

Our  children  Thou  dost  claim S.  M 886 

Our  country's  voice  is  pleading 7s  &c  6s ^70 

Our  God  is  love,  and  all  His  saints C  M 530 

Our  God,  our  Help  in  ages  past C  M 11 

Our  heavenly  Father,  hear S.  M 632 

Our  journey  is  a  thorny  maze C  If 565 

Our  little  bark,  on  boisterous  seas C  M B79 

Our  Lord  is  risen  from  the  dead L.  M 186 

Our  pilgrim  brethren,  dwelling  far C.  Bf 871 

O,  what  amazing  words  of  erace C  M 437 

O,  where  is  now  that  glowing  love L.  M 596 

O,  where  shall  rest  be  found S.  M 455 

O,  worship  the  King,  all  glorious  above 10s  &  Us 119 

O  ye  who  with  the  silent  tear L.  M 1034 

O  Zion,  tune  thy  voice H.  If 809 

Palms  of  glory,  raiment  bright 7s 1070 

Peace  !  the  welcome  sound  proclaim 7s 960 

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Peace  !  'tis  the  Lord  Jehovah's  hand C.  M 605 

Peace,  troubled  soul,  whose  plaintive  moan L.  M 433 

People  of  the  living  God 7s 752 

Pity  the  nations,  O  our  God C.  M H 

Planted  in  Christ,  the  living  Vine CM 725 

Pleasing  spring  again  is  here 7s 962 

Plunged  in  a  gulf  of  dark  despair C.  M 202 

Pour  out  Thy  Spirit  from  on  high L.  M 744 

Praise,  everlasting  praise,  be  paid L.  M 123 

Praise  on  Thee,  in  Zion's  gates 7s Ml 

Praise,  O,  praise  the  name  divine 7s 113 

Praise  the  Lord,  who  reigns  above 7s  Sc  Gs 249 

Praise  the  Lord  ;  ye  heavens,  adore  Him 8s  &  7s 123 

Praise  the  Saviour,  all  ye  nations 8s  &  7s 937 

Praise  to  God,  immortal  praise 7s 61 

Praise  to  God  on  high  be  given 7s 132 

Prais;  to  Thee,  Thou  great  Creator 8s  &  7s 120 

Praise  ye  Jehovah's  name Gs  &c  4s 363 

Praise  ye  the  Lord,  exalt  His  name L.  M 361 

Prayer  is  the  soul's  sincere  desire C.  M 618 

Prostrate,  dear  Jesus,  at  Thy  feet C.  M 433 

Raise  thee,  my  soul ;  fly  up,  and  run C.  M 1079 

Raise  your  triumphant  songs S.  M 429 

Ready  now  to  spread  my  pinions 8s  &.  7s 1017 

Rejoice!  the  Lord  is  King II.  M 244 

Religion  is  the  chief  concern C.  M 896 

Remember  Thee,  redeeming  Lord C.  M 762 

Repent,  the  voice  celestial  cries C.  M 435 

Return,  my  roving  heart,  return L.  M 550 

Return,  O  wanderer,  return L.  M 464 

Ride  on,  ride  on  in  majesty L.  M 161 

Rise,  crowned  with  light,  imperial  Salem,  rise 10s 816 

Rise,  gracious  God,  and  shine II.  M 836 

Rise,  my  soul,  and  stretch  thy  wings 7s  &  6s 629 

Rise,  O  my  soul,  pursue  the  path C.  M 512 

Rise  up,  all  ye  believers 7s  &.  6s 675 

Rock  of  Ages,  cleft  for  me 7s 232 

Roll  on,  thou  mighty  ocean 7s  &  6s 856 

Safely  through  another  week 7s 334 

Salvation  !  O,  the  joyful  sound C.  M 405 

Saw  ye  not  the  cloud  arise 7s 803 

Saviour,  breathe  an  evening  blessing 8s  &.  7s 642 

Saviour,  visit  Thy  plantation 8s  &  7s 803 

Saviour,  when  in  dust  to  Thee 7s 623 

Saviour,  when  night  involves  the  skies L.  M 647 

Saviour,  whose  mercy,  severe  in  its  kindness lis 572 

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INDEX    OF    FIRST    LINES. 

Btviour,  w!l"  Thy  ri°ck  art  feeding ~*  £c  7s 

ner,  hath  a  voice  within L.  M 457 

0  is  she  that  looks  abroad C.   M -  6 

See,  daylight  is  fading  o'er  earth  and  o'er  ocean 12a  fit  lis.   .  . 

See,  from  Zion's  sacred  mountain Bs,  7s, 

See,  gracious.  God,  before  Thy  throne C.  M. .    . 

See  how  He  loved  !  exclaimed  the  Jews L.  If 

See  Israel's  gentle  Shepherd  stand C.  M 75fi 

See  the  leaves  around  us  falling Bi  &  7s. . .  . 

See  the  ransomed  millions  stand 7-..  . 

rth  Thy  word,  and  let  it  fly C.  II 

Seraphs,  with  elevated  strains C.  M 708 

Shall  man,  O  God  of  light  and  life : L.     ! ! 

Shall  we  go  on  to  sin S;  M C35 

Shepherd  of  tender  youth 

Show  pity,  Lord,  O  Lord,  forgive L.  M 474 

Since  o'er  Thy  footstool  here  below C.  II.  M 7 

Bteg,  my  tongue,  the  Saviour's  glory Be  &  7s.;.. 

rue  Lord  Jehovah's  name C.  M 

rd,  ye  distant  lands C.  M 

heavenly  hosts C.  M i 

ned  of  the  Lord C.  Bi 

Sin.  like  a  venomous  disease C.  M.. .  . 

Sinner,  art  thou  still  secure 5fe 431 

Sinner  !  rouse  thee  from  thy  sleep 7- 441 

Sinners,  turn  i  why  will  ye  die 7* 

Sinners,  will  you  scorn  the  message :s.  7^,  ic  4 .: 

So  fades  the  lovely  blooming  flower L.  M 1027 

Soft  are  the  fruitful  showers  that  bring C.  P.  M 

Soft  be  the  gently-breathing  notes L.  M 177 

Softly  fades  the  twilight  ray 7s 

Soldiers  of  Christ,  arise B.  M 667 

So  let  our  lips  and  lives  express L.  ?1 540 

Sometimes  a  light  surprises 7s  &.  Cs 713 

i aph,  lend  your  heavenly  tongue C.  M.   .  . 

Songs  anew  of  honor  framing 6s,  7s,  <fc  4 

f  praise  the  angels  sang 7s 380 

1  heard  my  Father  say C.  M 718 

Soon  may  the  last  glad  song  arise L.  M B£2 

_ii  of  worlds,  display  Thy  power L.  M. . .  . 

Sovereign  Ruler  of  the  skies 7s G07 

Sow  in  the  morn  thy  seed S.  H 549 

Spirit  of  power  and  might,  behold C.  ?>!.... 

Stand  up  and  bless  the  Lord 8.  If BO 

Stand  up,  my  soul,  shake  off  thy  fears L.  II G74 

Star  of  Peace,  to  wanderers  weary 9s,  7,  6c  4 ^7S 

Stay,  Thou  insulted  Spirit,  stay L.  M 301 

Stern  winter  throws  his  icy  chains C.  M 976 

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INDEX    OF    FIRST    LINES. 

Still  on  the  Lord  thy  bunion  roll C.  M G07 

St  »op  down,  my  thoughts,  that  used  to  rise C.  M i u  1 : ? 

Stretched  on  the  cross,  the  Saviour  dies L.  M l$g 

Sweet  is  the  Inst,  the  parting  ray Li  M 04 1 

Sweet  is  the  light  of  Sabbath  eve L.   M.   .  . 

S  •  tt  t  is  the  memory  of  Thy  grace <_'.  M 37 

Sweet  is  the  scene  when  virtue  dies L.  M 1<)"7 

S  reel  is  the  task,  O  Lord S.  M WM 

is  the  time  of  spring S.  M 901 

Sweet  is  the  work,  my  God,  my  King L.   M.. .  . 

Sweet  the  moments,  rich  in  blessing Bs  &  7s 171 

Sweet  the  time,  exceeding  sweet 7s 

Swell  the  anthem,  raise  the  song 7s 000 

Tim  day  of  wrath,  that  dreadful  day L.   M. .  .  . 

That  warning  voice,  O  sinner,  hear C.  P.  M 

Tiie  Almighty  reigns,  exalted  high L.  M 71 

The  bird  let  loose  in  eastern  skies O.  ML..-. 

The  branch  is  stooping  to  thy  hand C.  M 03-2 

Tue  chariot !  the  chariot !  its  wheels  roll  on  fire lis  ft 

Lrkened  sky,  how  thick  it  lowers L.  M .">:."» 

Thee  we  adore,  eternal  Name C.  M 004 

Thee  will  I  love,  O  Lord,  my  Strength L.  M >7 

The  God  of  Abraham  praise Gs,  8s,  <!c  4e -." 

The  God  of  glory  sends  His  summons  forth 10s  *<c  lis... 

The  God  of  harvest  praise Bs  &    N..  . 

The  heavens  declare  Thy  glory,  Lord L.  M 313 

ful  morn,  my  God ,  is  come C.  V.   M.   .  . 

The  joy  of  the  earth,  from  her  beautiful  height lis  <Sc  Bs 70'J 

The  King  of  saints,  how  fair  His  face L.  M 24c 

The  Lord  descended  from  above C.  M £ 

The  Lord,  how  fearful  is  His  name G.  -.1 10 

Tiie  Lord  Jehovah  reigns,  And  royal S.  P.  M 3 

Tiie  Lord  Jehcvah  reigns  ;  His  throne H.  M c 

The  Lord  is  come  ;  the  heavens  proclaim L.  M 1 47 

The  Lord  is  Judge  ;  before  His  throne L.  M ~', 

id  is  my  Shepherd  j  He  makes  me  repose lis  <5c  IDs 0G 

*d  is  my  Shepherd,  nor  want  shall  I  know lis G-i 

Tiie  Lord  is  risen  indeed S.  M 1S3 

The  Lord  my  Shepherd  is S.  M 63 

Tiie  Lord  my  pasture  shall  prepare L.  M 

The  Lord  of  glory  is  my  Light C.  M 391 

The  Lord  of  life  this  table  spread L.  M J    3 

r  1  our  God  is  clothed  with  might C.  M M 

Tiie  Lord  our  God  is  Lord  of  all CM 30 

The  God  who  reinns  on  high <  ....:■" 

The  Lord  will  come;  the  earth  shall  quake L.  M 104G 

The  morning  light  is  breaking 7^  tic  Gs t4J 

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DsDEX    OF    FIRST    LINES. 

The  praise  of  Zinn  waits  fur  Thee L.  M 315 

Tlie  praises  of  my  tongue S«  M 902 

The  Prince  of  salvation  in  triumph  is  riding 12>,  11,  fc 

There  is  a  calm  for  those  who  weep 8s,  <^  4 1039 

TliL-re  is  a  Fountain  filled  with  blood C.  M --  I 

There  is  a  line,  by  us  unseen CM.... 

There  is  a  glorious  land  afar L.  P.  M 1067 

There  is  a  glorious  world  of  light C  M. 

There  is  a  glorious  world  on  high L.  M 1069 

There  is  a  house  not  made  with  hands C  M lulO 

There  is  a  land  of  pure  delight CM 

There  is  an  hour  of  peaceful  rest  P.M.......  1064 

There  is  a  place  of  sacred  rest C.  M I 

There  is  a  region  lovelier  far L.  M. .  . 

There  is  a  way  that  seemeth  right CM 400 

-  nothing  round  this  spacious  earth C  M 634 

The  Saviour!    O,  what  endless  charms CM 199 

The  Saviour  !  what  a  noble  flame C  M 157 

These  glorious  minds,  how  bright  they  shine C  M 1063 

The  spacious  firmament  on  high L.  M 41 

The  Spirit,  in  our  hearts S.  M 447 

rit  breathes  upon  the  word C  M 310 

The  starry  firmament  on  high L.  M 320 

The  sun,  that  minister  of  iove C  M 984 

The  true  Messiah  now  appears C  M -337 

The  voice  of  free  grace  cries,  Escape  to  the  mountain 12s 439 

They  that  toil  upon  the  deep Ts 876 

They  who  on  the  Lord  rely 7s 694 

They  who  seek  the  throne  of  grace 7s 621 

The  winter  is  over  and  gone 3s 977 

Think,  mighty  God,  on  feeble  man L.  P.  M 1004 

This  God  is  the  God  we  adore 5s 307 

This  is  the  day  the  Lord  hath  made CM 333 

This  world  is  all  a  fleeting  show 8a  6c  7s 1073 

Thou  art  my  Portion,  O  my  God C  M 537 

Thou  art,  O  God,  the  Life  and  Light L.  M 44 

Thou  art  our  Shepherd,  glorious  God C  M 916 

Thou  art  the  Way  ;  to  Thee  alone C  M 194 

Thou  dear  Redeemer,  dying  Lamb C  M 217 

Though  earthly  friends  estranged  may  grow L.  M 649 

Thou  God  of  hope,  to  Thee  we  bow L.  M 934 

Though  troubles  assail,  and  dangers  affright 10s  £c  lis 613 

Thou  great  Instructor,  lest  I  stray L.  M 569 

Thou  Judge  of  quick  and  dead S.  M..  . 

Thou,  O  my  Jesus,  Thou  didst  me CM 529 

Thou  only  Sovereign  of  my  heart L.  M 233 

Thou  soft-flowing  Cedron.  by  thy  silver  stream lis 160 

Thou,  whom  niv  soul  admires  above L.  M 220 

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Thou,  whose  almighty  word 6s  ic  4s 843 

Through  all  the  changing  scenes  of  life C.  M .61 

Through  every  age,  eternal  God L.  M 12 

Through  sorrow's  night,  and  danger's  path C.  M......1043 

Thus  far  the  Lord  has  led  me  on L.  II TO 

Thus  saith  the  Lord  :  Your  work  is  vain C.  M 193 

Thus  saith  the  wisdom  of  the  Lord L.  M 456 

Thus  the  eternal  Father  spake L.  M 1-4 

Thy  bounties,  gracious  God S.  ft! 941 

Thy  goodness,  Lord,  our  souls  confess G.  M 43 

Thy  mercy  heard  my  infant  prayer C.  P.  M 526 

Thy  name,  Almighty  Lord S.  M 127 

Thy  ways,  O  Lord,  with  wise  design L.  M 79 

Thy  will  be  done  !    In  devious  way cs  6c  4 612 

Thy  works  of  glory,  mighty  Lord C.  M BT4 

Time  by  moments  steals  away 7s 992 

Time's  gilded  tints,  hope's  golden  gleam L.  M..- 609 

Time  is  winging  us  away 7s  <5c  Cs 100*3 

Time,  what  an  empty  vapor  'tis C.  M 1000 

'Tis  a  point  I  long  to  know 7s 546 

'Tis  finished  !  so  the  Saviour  cried L.  M. 169 

'Tis  finished;  the  conflict  is  past 8s 1012 

'Tis  God,  the  Spirit,  leads B.  M 9B 

'Tis  midnight :  and  on  Olive's  brow L.  M 164 

'Tis  my  happiness  below 7  s 56* 

'Tis  not  by  works  of  righteousness CM 197 

To  celebrate  Thy  praise,  O  Lord C.  M II 

To  Christ,  in  each  fresh  hour  of  woe C.  M 609 

To  Christ,  the  Lord,  let  every  tongue C.  If 205 

To-day  the  Saviour  calls 6s  6c  4s 422 

To  God  I  cried,  with  mournful  voice C.  M... 594 

To  God  I  made  my  sorrows  known C.  M 555 

To  God  our  Strength,  your  voice  aloud C.  M 863 

To  God  the  only  wise S.  M 264 

To  heaven  I  lift  my  waiting  eyes C.  M 67 

To  honor  those  who  gave  us  birth L.  M 894 

To-morrow,  Lord,  is  Thine S.  M 453 

To  our  Almighty  Maker,  God C.  M B8 

'To  our  Redeemer's  glorious  name C.  M.. .  . 

Tossed  no  more  on  life's  rough  billow 8s,  7s,  6c  4 IlfSO 

Tossed  upon  life's  raging  billow 8s  6c  7s B73 

To  Thee,  before  the  dawning  light C.  M 648 

'To  Thee,  my  God,  my  Saviour 7s  &  6s 280 

To  Thee,  my  Shepherd  and  my  Lord C.  M 221 

To  Thee,  O  blessed  Saviour 7s  6c  fa 924 

To  Thee,  O  God,  in  grateful  praise L.  M 110 

To  Thee,  O  God  in  heaven S.  M 759 

To  Thee,  O  Lord,  I  raise  my  cries L.  M 610 

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INDEX    OF    FIRST    LINES. 

To  Thy  temple  I  repair Ts 357 

To  us  a  Child  of  hope  is  born C.   II 211 

To  your  Creator,  God H.  M 09 

Trembling,  before  Thine  awful  throne L.  M 475 

Tribulation,  pain,  and  woe 7a KM 

.ant,  Lord,  Thy  goodness  reigns L.  M -....-19 

Triumphant  Zion,  lift  thy  head L.  M 610 

'Twas  by  an  order  from  the  Lord L.   II 3 

Twas  on  that  dark,  that  doleful  night L.  M..  . 

'Twas  the  commission  of  the  Lord L.  M 756 

Twas  the  day  when  God's  Anointed Bf  fie  7s 175 

United  prayers  ascend  to  Thee L.  M TO 

y  roving  thoughts,  unite C.  M 062 

.  :n  as  the  sacred  hill CM..., 

Unveil  thy  bosom,  faithful  tomb * L.  M 1033 

Upon  the  gospel's  sacred  page L.  M 302 

the  Lord,  that  reigns  on  high L.  H 94 

Upward  I  lift  mine  eyes H.  M I J 

Vain  are  the  hopes  the  sons  of  men C.  M 414 

Vainly  through  night's  weary  hours 6s  6c  7s 605 

Vital  spark  of  heavenly  rlame P.  M 1022 

Wait,  O  my  soul,  thy  Maker's  will L.  M 33 

Wake,  isles  of  the  south  ;  your  redemption  is  near lis 3B5 

Wake  the  song  of  jubilee 7fl 6  "2 

Walk  in  the  light ;  so  shalt  thou  know C.  M.... 

Watchman,  tell  us  of  the  night 7s 135 

We  bid  thee  welcome  in  the  name L.  M 737 

Welcome,  days  of  solemn  meeting 6s,  7s,  <fc.  4 799 

VVelcome,  delightful  morn H.  M 332 

Welcome,  sweet  day  of  rest S.  M 

Welcome,  welcome,  dear  Redeemer 6s,  7s,  ic  4 499 

We  love  Thee,  Lord,  and  we  adore C.  M 955 

We  love  Thy  holy  temple,  Lord CM 365 

.-;  a  rest  beyond  the  skies C.  M.. .  . 

We  sing  of  God,  the  mighty  Source C  P.  M 42 

■i  of  the  realms  of  the  blessed 6s 1081 

We've  no  abiding  city  here L.  M. 590 

What  are  these  in  bright  array 7a 1     - 

What  are  those  soul-reviving  strains L.  M 162 

What  is  our  God,  or  what  His  name L.  M 8 

What  is  the  world  I    A  wildering  maze ~s  ac  Cs.  327 

What  is  the  thing  of  greatest  price C  M 403 

What  shall  I  render  to  rny  God C  M 377 

What  thanks  to  Thee,  O  God,  are  due L.  M 954 

What  though  no  riowers  the  lis  tree  clothe C  M 711 

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INDEX    OF    FIRST    LINES. 

What  various  hinderanccs  we  meet L.  M 623 

When  all  Thy  mercies,  O  my  God C.  M 55 

When,  as  returns  this  solemn  day L.  M 330 

When  bending  o'er  the  brink  of  life C.  M G57 

When  blooming  youth  is  snatched  away CM Iu23 

When,  driven  by  oppression's  rod L.  M 059 

When  gathering  clouds  around  I  view L.  M 236 

When  God  is  nigh,  my  faith  is  strong L.  M 710 

When  God  revealed  His  gracious  name C.  M 714 

When  His  salvation  bringing 7s  6c  Cs...  •.  •  »9fijj 

When  I  can  read  my  title  clear C.  M 571 

When  I  can  trust  my  all  with  God C.  H.  M C03 

When  Israel,  freed  from  Pharaoh's  hand L.  M 63 

When  I  survey  the  wondrous  cross L.  M 176 

When  Jordan  hushed  his  waters  still L.  M 139 

When  languor  and  disease  invade C.  M 603 

When,  Lord,  to  this  our  western  land C.  P.  M 868 

When  marshalled  on  the  nightly  plain L.  M 719 

When  musing  sorrow  weeps  the  past C.  M 614 

When,  my  Saviour,  shall  I  be 7s 554 

When,  overwhelmed  with  grief S.  M. . . . 

When  power  divine,  in  mortal  form L.  M 156 

When  rising  from  the  bed  of  death C.  M 1047 

When  shall  the  voice  of  singing 7s  &  6s 831 

When  shall  we  meet  again 6s  <fc  5s 796 

When  silent  steal  across  my  soul L.  M 573 

When  sins  and  fears  prevailing  rise L.  M o|Q 

When,  streaming  from  the  eastern  skies L.  M 637 

When  the  harvest  is  past,  and  the  summer  is  gone 12s  &  8s 426 

When  the  spark  of  life  is  waning gs  &-  4S 1003 

When  the  vale  of  death  appears 7S  &  4 653 

When  this  passing  world  is  done 7s 525 

When  Thou,  my  righteous  Judge,  shalt  come C.  P.  M. . . 

When  through  the  torn  sail  the  wild  tempest  is  streaming  ..12s 877 

When  thy  mortal  life  is  fled 7s 471 

When  we,  our  weary  limbs  to  rest L.  11 867 

When  wild  confusion  wrecks  the  air C.  M 1052 

When  will  this  weary  struggle  cease L.  M 491 

Wherefore  should  man,  frail  child  of  clay L.  M 553 

Where  high  the  heavenly  temple  stands L.  M 239 

Where  is  my  God  ?     Does  He  retire L.  M 240 

Where  shall  the  man  be  found  S.  M 549 

Where  Stamboul's  towers  are  gleaming 7s  &  6s 851 

Where  the  wilderness  is  lying 8s  &  7s 869 

Where  two  or  three,  with  sweet  accord L.  M 788 

While  beauty  clothes  the  fertile  vale C.  M.. 979 

While  life  prolongs  its  precious  light L.  M 424 

While  my  Redeemer's  near S.  M 219 

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INDEX    OF    FIRST    LINES. 

While  o'er  our  guilty  land,  O  Lord L.  M 964 

While  shepherds  watched  their  flocks  by  night C.  M 133 

While  sounds  of  war  are  heard  around L.  M 961 

While  Thee  I  seek,  Protecting  Power C.  M 379 

While  Thou,  O  my  God,  art  my  Help  and  Defender  ..lQs  &  lis 76 

While  through  this  changing  world  we  roam C.  M G59 

While  we  lowly  bow  before  Thee 8s,  7s,  &.  4 789 

While  with  ceaseless  course,  the  sun 7s 974 

Who  can  describe  the  joys  that  rise L.  M 442 

Who  is  this  fair  one  in  distress L.  M 797 

Who  is  thy  neighbor?    He  whom  thou C.  M 53*2 

Who,  O  Lord,  when  life  is  o'er 7s 206 

Who  shall  ascend  Thy  heavenly  place L.  M 536 

Who  shall  the  Lord's  elect  condemn. L.  M C93 

Why  do  we  mourn  departing  friends C.  M 1034 

Why  droops  my  soul,  with  grief  oppressed L.  M 227 

Why,  on  the  bending  willows  hung L.  M 866 

Why  should  the  children  of  a  King C.  M 2-9 

Why  should  we  start  and  fear  to  die L.  M 1021 

Why  sinks  my  weak,  desponding  mind L.  M 593 

With  all  my  powers  of  heart  and  tongue L.  M 117 

With  grateful  hearts,  with  joyful  tongues L.  P.  M 946 

With  humble  heart  and  tongue S.  M 893 

Within  these  walls  be  peace S.  81 913 

With  joy  we  hail  the  sacred  day C.  M 342 

With  joy  we  meditate  the  grace C.  M 233 

With  one  consent,  let  all  the  earth  L.  M 347 

With  reverence  let  the  saints  appear C.  M 374 

With  songs  and  honors,  sounding  loud  C.  M 101 

With  thankful  hearts  our  songs  we  raise L.  M 761 

Worldling,  what  hast  thou  to  show 7s 453 

Worship,  honor,  glory,  blessing 8s  &  7s 131 

Worthy  the  Lamb,  of  boundless  sway L.  M 255 

Would  you  behold  the  works  of  God L.  M 872 

Ye  angels,  who  stand  round  the  throne ;s 1050 

Ye  Christian  heralds,  go,  proclaim L.  M 855 

Ye  dying  sons  of  men H.  M 461 

Ye  golden  lamps  of  heaven,  farewell C.  M 1074 

Ye  hearts,  with  youthful  vigor  warm C.  M 915 

Ye  mourning  saints,  whose  streaming  tears C.  M 1029 

Ye  nations  of  the  earth,  rejoice L.  M 380 

Ye  saints,  your  music  bring H.  M 203 

Ye  servants  of  God 5s  Sc  6s 263 

Ye  servants  of  the  Lord P.  M 666 

Ye  sons  of  Adam,  vain  and  young L.  M 897 

Ye  sons  of  men,  with  joy  record L.  M 54 

Yes,  my  native  land,  I  love  thee 8s,  7s,  &  4 860 

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INDEX    OF   FIRST    LINES. 

Yes,  the  Redeemer  rose H.  If 1?5 

Yes,  we  trust  the  day  is  breaking 8s,  7s,  <k.  4 -34 

Ye  that  in  these  courts  are  found 7- 423 

Ye  tribes  of  Adam,  join H.  M 02 

Ye  wretched,  hungry,  starving  poor C.  M io4 

Your  harps,  ye  trembling  saints S.  M G06 

Zion,  awake  ;  thy  strength  renew L.  If -  9 

Zion  stands  with  hills  surrounded Be,  7s,  <5c  4 726 

Zion,  the  marvellous  story  be  tellins 10s,  lis,  <Sc  12a 274 

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GENERAL  INDEX, 


I.        GOD.  HYMX. 

1.  BEING  AND   PERFECTIONS 1-39 

2.  CREATION"   AND   PROVIDENCE 40-79 

3.  ADORATION   AND   PRAISE 80-133 

II.     CHRIST. 

1.  THE   ADVENT 133-150 

2.  LIFE  AND   MINISTRY 153-167 

3.  DEATH,   RESURRECTION,   AND  GLORY  ....168-190 

4.  THE  WAY  OF   SALVATION 191-003 

5.  NAMES   AND   CHARACTERS 909-3*7 

6.  ADORATION 245-254 

in.     THE   HOLY    SPIRIT. 

INVOCATION -255-302 

IV.     THE   TRINITY. 

ADORATION   AND   PRAISE 303-308 

V.    HOLY   SCRIPTURES.. 

INSPIRATION,   EXCELLENCE,   ETC 309-323 

VI.    PUBLIC   WORSHIP  — OPENING. 

THE   SABBATH  AND   SANCTUARY 329-394 

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GENERAL    INDEX. 

VII.     PUBLIC   WORSHIP  —  CLOSING. 

THE  SABBATH   AND   SANCTUARY 395-407 

VIII.     MAX   A   BEING. 

THE   SOUL 408-410 

IX.     MAN   A   SINNER. 

1.  CONDITION   BY   NATURE 411-418 

2.  WARNINGS   AND    INVITATIONS 419-471 

X.     MAN  A   SUPPLIANT. 

PENITENCE  AND  CONFESSION 472-504 

XI.     MAN   A   CHRISTIAN. 

1.  FAITH 505-516 

2.  LOVE  AND   OBEDIENCE 517-544 

3.  SELF-EXAMINATION  AND    HUMILITY 545-558 

4.  TRIALS   AND   TEMPTATIONS 559-598 

5.  TRUST  AND   SUBMISSION 599-G17 

6.  PRAYER   AND   DEVOUT  ASPIRATION 616-662 

7.  WATCHFULNESS,  COURAGE,  AND   ZEAL.. 663-681 

8.  PEACE,  SAFETY,  HOPE,  AND   JOY 662-721 

XII.    THE   CHURCH. 

1.  FOUNDATION  AND   SAFETY 722-732 

2.  THE   MINISTRY 733-744 

3.  DEDICATION 745-751 

4.  ADMISSION  AND   BAPTISM 752-761 

5.  THE   LORD'S   SUPPER 762-778 

6.  FELLOWSHIP 779-796 

7.  REVIVAL,     EXTENSION,     AND     FUTURE 

GLORY 797-818 

8.  MISSIONS 819-871 

9.  SEAMEN 872-881 

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GENERAL    INDEX. 

10.  PARENTS   A.\l>  CHILDREN c 

11.  THE    SABBATH    SCHOOL ! 

12.  CHARITABLE    OCCASIONS 

XIII.  THE   NATION. 

1.  GOD   OCR   STRENGTH  AND    SALVATION. 

2.  FASTING   AND   THANKSGIVING 

XIV.  THE  YEAR. 

OPENING,  ADVANCING,  AND   CLOSING 972-905 

XV.     LIFE. 

FRAILTY   AND   BREVITY 990-1005 

XVI.     DEATH. 

SCPPORT  AND   CONSOLATION 1006-1033 

XVII.     IMMORTALITY. 

1.  THE   RESURRECTION 1039-1043 

2.  THE   JUDGMENT 1044-1057 

3.  HEAVEN 1 

DOXOLOGIES pages  747-7.-2 

C  W 


INDEX  OF  PARTICULAR  SUBJECTS. 


A. 
Aaron,  30,  237. 
Abba  Father,  200,  684. 
Abraham,  85,  88,  305. 
friend  of  God,  235. 
faith  of,  507,  613. 
Acceptance  with  God,  192,  212. 
Adam,  92. 

sons  of,  414,  439,  823,  939,  1070. 
Adoption,  506,  684,  685. 
Affections,  warm,  153,  166. 
Afflictions,  568. 

ordered  by  the  Lord,  602. 

praising  God  in,  603. 

trusting  God  in,  607,  608,  610, 

G13,  616. 
submission  in,  605,  609, 611,  614. 
use  of,  563,  572,  575,  579,  599, 
600. 
Africa,  819,  824,  835,  851. 
Age,  old,  74,  Qo6. 
Ages,  eternal,  302. 
Aid,  perpetual,  67. 
Almighty  King,  305,  308. 
Almighty  love,  231,  264. 
Son,"  146. 
vengeance,  231. 
Amen,  333.  B28,  845,  1004. 
Ancient  of  days,  14,  119,  121,  260, 

308. 
Angels,  delighting  in  the  conversion 
of  thesinner,  442. 
ministering,  70,  91,  98,  423,  565, 
642,  6S9;  694,  900,  1006,  1013. 
praising   God,   85,    88,   89,   96, 
104,  105,  110,  111,   115,   117, 
126,    131,   145,  147,  199,  280, 
305. 
worshipping    Christ,    137,    138, 
149,    151,    154,   167,   173,   183, 
18D,  303,  253,  263,  275,  2-0. 
waiting  on  Christ,  160, 161,  164, 
165,  173,    182,  183,  185,  186, 
188,  189. 


Anointed,  141,  175,  200,  751. 
Apostles,  23. 
Arabia,  824,  S29,  949. 
Archangel,  134,  244,  256,  273,  274, 

305. 
trumpet  of,  489. 
Ark,  477. 
Armies,  147. 
Art,  118. 

Ascension,  131,  184-1^. 
Assistance  of  the  Spirit,  285,  286- 

302. 
Atheism,  41^. 

Atom,  47,  209,  210,  235,  237. 
Atonement,  195,  197,  199,  200,  201, 

203,  204,  2!i^. 
Attributes  of  God,  90. 
Autumn,  81,  985,  987-989. 


Backsliding,  461,  474. 
Banner  of  Jehovah,  279. 
Baptism,  commission  for,  756. 

signification  of,  756. 

infant,  757. 

of  a  family,  760. 

of  Christ,  *150. 
Bars  of  death  broken,  189. 
Being  and  perfections  of  God,  1-40. 
Bethlehem,  139,  143,  859. 

babe  at,  13-. 
Bible,  see  Holy  Scriptures. 
Bondage,  iron,  195. 

sons  of,  201. 
Bridegroom,  40,  247. 
Builder,  43,  123. 


Call  answered,  76. 

Calvarv,  170,  199,  204,  427,  479,  511, 

77t'),  840. 
Canaan,  231,  250,  325,  626,  720, 1066. 
Canopy,  114. 


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INDEX    OF    PARTICULAR    SUBJECTS 


Captivity,  led  captive,  280.  Chr 

Cause,  concealed,  33. 

Cedar,  25. 

Cedron,  160,  164. 

Ceylon,  8  19. 

Change,  17. 

Charitable  occasions,  9*29-942. 

Charity,  excellence  of,  929. 

exhortation  to,  935,  936. 
Children,  Christ's  love  for,  757,  758 
dedicated   to     Christ,    759-761 

90& 
in  heaven,  920. 
invited  to  Christ,  921,  923. 
obedience  of,  699,  894,  c95. 
of  God,  49. 

praising  God,  91S,  919,  922,  925. 
praver    for   conversion   of,    fc^5 

--:.  B89,  891,  892. 
praver  of,  912. 
seeking  Christ,  899-902. 
ringing  hosannas,  162,  926. 
Christ/anointed.  141,  200,751. 
ascension  of,  172. 
baptized  with  the  Spirit,  150. 
before  Pilate,  167. 
birth  proclaimed.  137-140. 
blessings  of  his  reicn,  b28,  829, 
854. 

bl 1  of.  72,  55.  176,  179,  190- 

192,    195-197,  199,    200,'  204, 
307,  210,  218,   229,  235,  241, 
266,  389,  290,  303,  345,   411, 
434,  439,  452,  512. 
brother,  218,  239. 
bridegroom,  247. 
calming  the  tempest,  156. 
captive,  262. 

comine  to  judgment.  247,  431, 
629.  668.  675,  1044,  1046,  1049, 
1051-1053,  1056,  1057. 
condescension  of.  173,  204,  278. 
advent  of,  133-152. 
all  in  all,  279. 
adoration.  248-284. 
advocate,  238-242,  258,  637. 
antidote  of  death,  213. 
at  Cedron  and  Olivet,  160,  164, 

165. 
atonement  of,  195-205,  209,  210, 
218;  236,  258,  363,  445,   473, I 
485. 
conqueror,  189, 190,254,275,341.  ' 
coronation  of,  259,  265,  2^4,  855. 
counsellor,  211. 
creation  praising,  259,  275,  276, 

279,  380. 
davsprimr,  144.  223. 
daystar,  139.  223. 
deliverer,  172. 
design  of  his  comimr,  150. 
tiesire  of  nations,  137,  373. 

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ist,  dying  friend,  171.  172. 
dominion,  eternal,  252,  276,  279. 
door,  593. 

dying   love,   168,   172,  174,  176, 
'177,    179,  193,  199,  202,  205, 

764,  765,  771,  773,  774. 
entering  Jerusalem,  161. 
equal  with  God,  246.  262. 
exaltation,    214,    225,   263-266, 

270,271,  277-960,384,  431. 
example,  our,  155. 
expiring  on  the  cross,  168,  172 

-176." 
first  and  the  last,  307. 
forerunner,  243.  565. 
fountain,  229,  230. 
friend  of  sinners,  177,  212,  226, 

233. 
grace  of,  153. 
great  I  AM,  305. 
hastening  to  suifer.  157. 
hiding  place.  231,  436,  489,  537. 
high    priest,  209,  210,  217,  237 

-239,  301. 
how  to  be  worshipped,  149. 
humiliation,  134,  143. 
husband,  212. 
Immanuel,  229,  249,  259. 
incarnate  God,  143,  189. 
incarnate  word,  308. 
intercession   of,   237.  242,   243. 

269,  351,  698. 
joy  at  his  cominsr,  142,  143. 
judse,  146,  244. 
king,    137,   147.   244,   245.   247, 

248,    252,  253,  258,  264,  267, 

268, 270-272, 274.  275.  27  3,  284, 

289,  308. 
King  of  king?.  259,  282. 
kingdom  of,  3 
Lamb,  198,  255,  258,  260,  363, 

266,  268,  269,  281,  291,  1063, 

1070. 
life  and  ministry,  153-157. 
living  and  blessing,  214-216. 
livin£  bread.  769. 
Lord  of  lords,  259. 
lover,  234. 

love  without  end.  225,  226. 
loving  kindness,  228. 
maker    and    supporter    of    all 

things,  134,  149. 
man  of  sorrows.  165,  175,  239, 

259,  662. 
meekness  of,  556. 
Melchisedek,  217. 
Messiah,  136,  236. 
mighty  all,  195. 
names  and  characters,  209-247. 
obedience  of,  155.  193. 
only  Son  of  God,  134. 
only  true  God,  148. 


INDEX    OF   PARTICULAR    SUBJECTS. 


Christ,  physician,  227. 

power  to  save,  229,  204,276,  278. 

precious,  213. 

presence  oi\  in  afflictions,  CG2. 

presence  oi\  in  death,  527. 

princi  . 

prince1  ^  glory,  17G. 

prince  ot  life.  852,  257. 

prince  of  light,  lso. 

prince  of  peace,  135,  136,  150, 
211,249,  •: 

prince  of  Salem,  139. 

prophet,  priest,  and  kins,  141, 
209,  210. 

ransom,  '21$,  273. 

Redeemer,  250,   251,  306,  309, 
445. 

refuge,  233,  247. 

reigning,  1  16,  225,  270,275,276, 
278,  279,  ::  0. 

righteousness,  our,  162, 195,235, 
357,  399,  £7,  506. 

resurrection,  and  ascension  of, 
180-188,  275,  335,  341. 

rock,  225,  361,  584. 
of  ag< 

sacrifice  for  sin,   191-193,  199, 
200. 

salvation  to,  269,  276,  335. 

Saviour,  197,  198,  260. 

sending  the  Spirit,  188,  207. 

shepherd,  212,216-221. 

sire  of  ages,  148. 

son  of  David.,  162,  338. 

stranger,  159. 

strength  and  consolation  of  Is- 
rael. 152. 

sun  of  righteousness,  143,  223. 

sympathizing  with  us,  236. 

teaching,  153. 

tempted,  236.  238,  239. 

triumphs  of,  203,  274,  S14. 

victim,  175,  260. 

victor,  173,  181,202,259; 

way  of  salvation,  191-208,  618, 
1012. 

weeping  for  sinners,  154. 

the  word,  134. 
Christian,  aged,  death  of,  1020. 

aiding  in  the  spread  of  the  cos- 
pel,  937-012. 

armor  of,  823,  667,  674. 

bearing  the  cross,  676. 

casting  away  fear,  672. 

children  of,  700. 

conquering  through  Christ,  673, 

60!). 
death  of,  1006. 

exalted,  688. 

glorying  in  the  cross,  586,  773. 
in  desertion,  589,  591,  592,  598, 
C06. 


Christian,  in  heaven,  659,661,708. 
700,  716,  720. 
in  temptation,  587,  588. 
joys  of,  458,  468, 
living  and  dying  to  Christ,  679. 
looking  to  the  cross,  7r,o. 
panting  for  God,  656,  721. 
peace,  safety,  hope,  and  joy,  682 

pressing  onward,  669,  671,  674 

-677,  680,  681. 
race  of  the,  065,  681. 
rejoicing  in  God,  711,712,715, 

716. 
rejoicing  in  hope,  706,  707,  710, 

720. 
safety  of  the.  502,  690,  693,  C97, 

698,704,  718,  7'22. 
soldier,  670. 
united  to  Christ.  I 
waiting  on  God,  666,  709. 
wife  of,  700. 
love,  779,781,  7-2. 
Christians,  180. 

meeting  for  prayer,  786-794. 
one  in  Chrisl 
parting  of,  402,  779,  795. 
Christian  union,  780. 

eternal,  780,  783,  785. 
Church,  the  abode  of  God,  25,  729, 

732. 
admission  to,  and  baptism,  752 

-761. 
beloved  of  God,  381,  726. 
coming  from  the  wilderness,  52, 

707.  " 
corner  stone  of,  723. 
dedication  of,  745*751. 
defence  of  the  land,  72-3,  728. 
exhorted  to  arise,  802,  810,  815, 

8H. 
fellowship,  779-796. 
formation  of,  725. 
foundation  and  safety  of,  722- 

732. 
founded  in  blood,  727,  730. 
future    glory   oi,    811,   812,   81G 

-818. 
help  in  God,  805. 
in  times  of  trouble,  798,  807. 
latter  days,  til,  812,626. 
love  for,  730. 
meetings  of,  793. 
ministry  of.  733-744. 
pastors  of  the,  734. 
planted  by  Christ, 
praise  for  a  revival,  808,809. 
prayer  for  God's  presence  in,  807. 
prayer  for  peace  of,  371. 
prayer  for  revival,  801,803,  804. 
revival,    extension    and    future 
glory,  797-818. 


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INDEX    OF   PARTICULAR    SUBJECTS. 


Church,  safety  of,  3,  228,  726,  727. 
spouse  o(  Christ,  797. 
strength  of  the,  683,  709,  73*2. 
waiting  on  Goo,  389,  751. 
welcoming  a  pastor,  737. 
Clouds,  obedient  to  God,  '27,  45. 
full  of  mercy,  78. 
praisimi  God,  125,  182. 
Coldness  deplored.  266,  398,  481,482, 
501,  503,   536,   546,  548,  559, 
596. 
Communications,  evil.  418. 
Comforter,  292,  298-308. 
Confession,  198.  352,  475,  479,  463, 
.  488,  490, 493, 495, 497, 502, 
754. 
Conscience,  209,  299,  543. 

at  ease,  469. 
Consecration  to  God.  377,  400,  463, 
473, 476. 460, 491 , 499, 523, 545, 
566, 635, 753, 755. 
Covenant,  549,  605. 

Abrahamic.  757,885,  886. 
sure,  22,  72,  427. 
Conversation  in  heaven,  659. 
Conversion,  472,  486,  496,  499,  504. 
Converts  joining   the   church,  752, 
753,  755. 
multiplied,  1S4,  748,  602,  636. 
welcomed  to  the  church,  754. 
Conviction  of  sin.  231,  411,  417,474, 

4>7,  493,  496,  504. 
Convulsions  of  the  world.  60. 
Gouraue,  prayer  for,  77,  663. 

tousness,  543. 
Creation,  God  manifest  in,  40-51. 
new,  299,  300,  305. 
praisins  God,  82,  66,  89,  92,  9o, 
96,  110,  115,  119,  125. 
Cross  of  Christ,   157,  163,  171,  176, 
178, 179, 181 , 203, 227, 232, 257, 
-3,773. 
Cup  of  sorrow,  156,  165. 
Cup  overflowing,  63,  64. 
Curse,  borne  bv^Christ,  182,  235. 
Cymbal,  116. 


Banger,  1.36. 

Darkness,  powers  of,  73,  202,  270. 

David,  138,  162,  415. 

harp  of,  336. 

sling  and  stone  of,  930. 

son  of,  366,  371,  751,  919,  926. 
Death  appointed  for  all,  1035. 

even-  where,  430. 

gain  to  the  Christian,  1017. 

of  a  child,  1027,  1026. 

of  a  brother,  1030. 

of  a  pastor,  1015. 

of  a  pupil,  1032. 

of  a  sister,  1012. 


Death  of  an  infant,  1031. 
of  friends,  1009. 
peaceful,  1011,  1033. 
praver  for  support  in,  1008, 1021, 

1026. 
readiness  for,  1017. 
stimz  of,  removed,  189L 
support  and  consolation  in,  1006 

-1036. 
swallowed  up  in  victorv,  253. 

1019,  1022,  1040. 
the  second,  455,  608, 
triumph  in,  1007. 
Valley  and  shadow  of,  224,  296. 

462. 
view  of,  1013, 1035. 
welcomed,  1018,  1039. 
Deaf,  247. 
Deeds  of  glory,  26. 
Deity,  246,  20*1. 

Departure  of  missionaries,  855,  660. 
Depravity  total.  411-414,  416,  418. 
Despair  forbidden,  240. 
Disease,  158, 
Diadem,  265. 
Desertion,  583,  565. 
Dismission,  397,  406. 
Doctrine.  158. 

ornamented,  540. 
Dove,  266,  289,  296,  302,  332,  536. 
Doxoloirv,  4.  29,  30,  5-,  09.  79.^7, 100. 
105, 109, 110, 127, 147, 169, 182, 
201, 255, 257, 262.  276, 276,  360 
385,  386, 400, 405. 429, 475, 477 
521. 525,  530,  561.  625.  027,  635 
702,707,729,737. 
854,  883, 928, 1027.  pp. 747-752. 
Drought,  964. 

E. 
Eagle,  69. 

Earth,   enlightened   by   the   srospeh 
135,  130.  ^27,626,  650.." 
footstool  of  God,  12. 
formation  of,  72.  106,  107. 
foundation  of,  99,  126. 
full  of  the  coodness  and  glorv 

of  God,  45,  111,  114. 
praising  God.  88,  89,  92,  95,  103, 
108,110,113,115,118-120,132, 
203, 249.  250.25:3. 
vanity  of,  999,  1073. 
Earthquake,  26. 
Ebenezer,  523. 
Eclipse,  1-1. 
Eden,  139,  268,  290,  297. 
bloom,  720. 
loss  in,  175. 
Edam,  149. 

Education.  8^7,  888,  909,  911,  959,. 
Election,  121,  172.  386,.525,  685.. 
Eloquence,  40,  112.. 

3 


INDEX    OF   PARTICULAR    SUBJECTS. 


End  of  all  things,   225,   279,   1048, 

1050,  1052,  1054. 
Enemies,  love  for,  534,  536. 
Espousals  to  the  Lord,  285. 
Eternitv,   13,  55,   121,124,218,307, 

1005. 
Euphrates,  8G7. 

Evening  hymn,  70,  G38-G42,  645. 
Everlasting  song,  265. 


Factions,  overruled,  270. 
Faith,  505,  516. 

assurance  of,  59,  60, 72,  701,  707, 
716. 

evidence  of  things  not  seen,  507. 

foundation  of,  74. 

in  trouble,  561. 

joys  of,  6G5. 

laying  hold  of  the  promises  of 
God,  117,  508,  511,  513,  515, 
516,  540,  552,  562,  567,  581, 
596,  636,  638,  663,  1004. 

lost  in  sight,  4*6,  614,  676,  783. 

praise  for,  514. 

prayer  for,  128, 240,  356,  510, 514. 

prayer  for  increase,  397, 398, 505, 
506. 

power  of,  306,  654. 

seeing  God  in  all  things,  47. 

strong,  60,  65,  72,  229,  235. 

tried,  576. 

triumphant,  223,  1040. 

walking  by,  323,  1010. 

working  by  love,  509. 
Tame,  sons  of,  25. 
•Fasting  and  thanksgiving,  963-971. 
Fasting  acceptable,  966. 
Favorites,  10. 
Fear,  60,  549,  569,  577. 
Fig  tree,  247. 
•Firmament,  41,  113. 
Fire,  consuming,  241. 
Fires  confessing  God,  68. 
Flock  of  Christ,  731. 
Forgiveness,  201,  428,  49G. 
Tomit,  thrice  holy,  285. 
Frame,  mortal,  G9. 

ruined,  49. 
Free  grace,  439. 

a. 

Gabriel,  109,  125,  190,  218,  653. 
Galilee,  144. 
Gall,  163,265. 
Gates,  186,  187. 
Garden,  165. 
Gentile,  162,  175. 
Gethsemane,  163,  164,  166. 
Gladness,  93,  284,  300. 
God,  adoration  and  praise,  80-132. 
abovx  all,  39,  388. 


God,  access  to,  through  Christ,  192, 

239-241,  243. 
address  to  the  Son,  184. 
all  in  all,  519,  528. 
all-sufficiency  of,  634. 
ancient  of  days,  14,  119,  121. 
being  and  perfection?  of,  1-39. 
builder,  a,  128. 
condescension  of,  57,  94. 
creator,  7,  43,  44,  349,  358,  362, 

368,  389. 
decrees  of,  5,  33.  128,  179. 
defender,  76,  119. 
deliverer,  75. 

dominion  of,  2-5,  10,  125,  349. 
eternal,  1-3,  11-13. 
exalted,  83. 
fame  of,  121. 
faithful,  73,  74,  102,  103,  122, 

126-128. 
Father,  5,  90. 
fountain  of  love,  112. 
fold  of,  196. 
friend,  306. 

glorv  of,  7,  10,  93,  100,  109,  114. 
goodness  of,  1,  45,  116,  347,  349. 
government  of,  4,  10,  23,  25,  27, 

31,  32. 
grace  of,  3,  30,  37. 
greatness,  22-27. 
guardian,  a,  59, 117, 124, 349, 973. 
holiness  of,  4,  28-30,  111. 
I  AM,  85,  305. 

incomprehensible,  6,  21,  346. 
judge,  a,  77,  446. 
justice  of,  1,  4,  5,  22,  33. 
keeper,  a,  67,  69-71. 
kingdom  of,  eternal,  3, 13. 
knowledge  of,  16,  20. 
love  of,  3,  34-38,  67,  87,  306,  307, 

349,  530,  606,  671. 
majesty  of,  5,  9. 
manifest  in  Christ,  10.5-107, 140, 

163.  302. 
manifest  in  creation,  40-42,  45- 

50,  316. 
in  providence,  51-56,  5Sj  101. 
in  the  flesh.  143. 
merciful,  97,  107,  112,  116,  119, 

122,  130. 
omniscient,  15-17,  343. 
omnipotent,  270,  279. 
omnipresent,  15,  17-19,  39. 
power  of,  24-27,  3!>. 
praised  by  alt  creatures,  99,  103, 

104,   110,  113,   115,    118,   125, 

129-132. 
presence  of,  implored,  334,  386, 

401,  406,  407,  611. 
promises  of,  sure,  3,  103,  602. 
providence  acknowledged,  379, 

380. 


INDEX    OF    PARTICULAR    SUBJECTS. 


God,  providence  of,  mysterious.  75. 
refiiL 

shepherd,  a. 
shield,  a,  119.  3flB,     8 
source  of  our  bless     gs, 

thunderer.  the,  470. 

truth 

wisdom  of,  5,  20,  45. 
Godhead,  143, 
Good  work*,  317,  414. 
Gospel,  .51. 

adapted  to  the  sinner,  437. 

commission,  to  preach  the,  735. 

supplying  life,  60. 

Grace,  4,  96,  IOC,  107, 

i-2i.  193,  a  s,  a 

day  of,  430,  433,  443. 
prayer  tor.  35 

salvation  bv,  908,  405,  415,  437. 
works  of,  33 
Gratitude  to  God,  55,  Bl-83 

93. 
Greeks,  206,  907,  735. 
Greenland.  - 
• 

- 
Guards,  affrighted,  155. 


H. 
Hatss,  giay,  74, 

Happiness,  not  in  place,  17. 

Haven. 

Harves-. 

home. 

praising  God  for, 

$,870. 
Healti 
Hear:. 

i.  29. 

consecration  of,  330,  339. 

fixed  on  God.  B3. 

sinful,  228,  415. 
Heathen,  condition  of,  519.  - 

conversion  promise    .  3S  -82 

prayer 
Heaven,  97,  114,  153,  1058-1081. 

Christ  the  light  of,  1071,  1079. 

filled  with  glory,  111,  1058,  I 

free  from  sin,  154. 

glories  of,  720,  1058-106   . 
-1067,  ,1076, 

1077,  1081; 

invitation  to,  1075. 

jovs  of.  3:  -  78,  680, 

710,    716,    1065,    1060,    1     7, 

loncina  for, 
mansions  of.  -206.  1061. 

(39) 


Heaven,  meeting  of  friends  u 

ot  i.-. 
ope  i. 
pantinsr  for,  6-29,  030,  63 

.  1067. 
peace  wit! .. 
preparath 
saints  praising  Christ  in, 

Heavens,  new.  28  . 
Bell,    30,    36,    71.    I 

kevs  of,  244,  232. 
powers   of,    ITS,  188; 
-S     .  25ft 

Holiness,  highway  of, 
Holv  Scriptures,        -396, 
"srace  Of  God  in,  313. 
euide  of  life,  -     ,311,313,  314, 

'  317.301.  324, 
inspired.  309,  311. 
light  t 

lislit  of,  superior  to  that  o(  na- 
ture, 
love  for.  309,  314. 

perfection  of,  310,  317. 
power  of,  ! 

promises  of  our  supporr. 
revealing  redemption.  303. 

rule  of  iife.  301. 

E 

superior  to  all  other  books 

support  and  comfort  in,  311. 
truths  ofj  confirmed  bv  miracles, 

truths  of.  eternal,  310,  319 
warnings  <•:". 
Holv  Spirit,  15,285- 
comfbrter,2S 
creator,  the, 
devotion  to, 
earn-  ,29%  1010. 

of,  290. 
griev 

imparted  to  Chrisr. 

indwelling  of.  090,  300. 

influence  c  f,  268, 2     . 

inviting.  447, 

jov  of,  287, 

light  of,  » 

love  of,  090. 

pleadimr,  357. 

powei  -5,299, 

482. 
praise  to,  9 
presence  inr. 

298,    .    8,   332,  340,  375,   385, 


INDEX    OF    PARTICULAR    SUBJECTS. 


SOB,  493,  508,  543,  573, 

Holy  Spirit,  quickening.  286. 

.      . 
snnctirication  by, 
gent  by  Christ,  188, 

still  small  voice  i  \ 

tear..     _■...-.. 
un«  ;l 

anchor  erf  the  soul.  5  i 

in  ( 'hrist.  S  ~10,  717. 

"      ,715,718, 
in  ti.     - 
praisi    j 

heavenly,   98,   <jl.   140,   166, 

Hypocrite*,  A 


I  AM,  305. 

. -'.ti-in.  251. 
Immanuel,  346,  390,  556,  - 
crown, 

land  of.  077.  712. 
name  of,  355. 
Immortality.  109,  1039-1081. 
Impenitent",  doom  of, 

455,  434,  500,  61  . 
Impu* 
India, 

Intemperance,  932,  933. 
Israel.  23,  30,  52,  58,  I 

136,  562. 

chil  . 

chosen 

joni 

might  of,  265. 

•ion  of.  150. 
shepherd  v.. 


JACOB. 

sons  of,  850,  863. 
tents, 

Jehov 

Jerusalem,  1.'.7.  074.  3-1.  733,  B48. 

less  .i'  I  of, 8  " . 
Jews,  L58,      2,207,  735. 

Jordan, 

flowing  back 

JUbilee, 


Jubilee,  song  of,  279,  851,  - 

vear  of, 
Judah.  68,  144.  147. 

tribes  of,  350. 
Judgment,  dav  of.  431, 

».    . 
described,  1044,1045,  1048- 

1054. 

prayer  for  mercy  at,  1053. 

vision  of. 

Justification  bv  faith,  414,  4" 

512,  I 

by  grace, I 

K. 
Kedar,  wilderness  i 

It 

Lamb,  supper  of.  2 

I  Law.  broke;:. 
demands  of,  411. 
of  love,  934,  938. 
perfect,  417. 
Laws  of  nature,  126. 
I  Lazarus,  236. 
i  Lebanon,  25. 
!  Liberality,  533,  534. 
Life  devoted  to  Christ,  432. 
bid  in  Christ, 
transient,  12,  14. 

.  996,  997,  1000,  1001. 
1004. 
tree  of,  297 
Lightnings,  subject  t 

9-2." 
Line,  the  unseen,  469. 
Litany, 
Lord's  suppe  i 
cost  «  • 
desieii 
founded  on  the  love  of  Christ, 

instil 

invitation  t. 
memorial  of  lov>; . 
praisimr  Christ  at,  3    - 
prayer  for  pardon  :  I 
remembering  Christ  at,  765, 776. 
retirins  from, 
trio 

union  of  Christians  at.  767. 
Love  and  obedience,  .".":" 

to  Chi  .".527, 

529. 
to  God,  519, 

634. 
reward  of.  524. 

M. 

Man  born  to  die,  12. 
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INDEX    OF   PARTICULAR    SUBJECTS. 


Man.  condition  bv  nature,  411-418. 
fell  of.  961. 

lord  of  creation.  409. 

sinner,  a,  419-504. 

suppliant,  a,  47*2-504. 
Hanger,  13-. 
Manna.  212. 
Mansion?,  heavenly,  206,  571,  572, 

l"lu.  1061. 
Martyr- 
Marriage  hym: 
Maternal    meetings,   687,  889,  891, 

-    J. 
Meekness,  prayer  for,  553-553. 
Melchizidek,  217. 
Memory  of  the  just,  595. 
Mercy.  "231. 

call  of.  454. 

prayer  for,  604. 

voice  of,  443. 
Mercv  seat,  71,  346,  345,  357,  622, 

633. 
Michael.  5. 
Minister,  death  of.  1015. 

welcomed,  737. 
Ministers,  commission  to,  735. 

entering  upon  their  work,  736, 
738,  74 
Minister's  meeting,  744. 

ordination  and  installation  of, 
735-743. 

prayer  for,  736,  739,  743. 

promise  to,  735. 
Ministry,  work  of.  743. 
Missions,  domestic,  868—671. 

foreign.  619-601. 

Jewish.  863-867. 
Miriam, 
Mohammed,  empire  of,  850. 


Nation,  praise  to  God  for  blessings, 
969-971. 
praise   to   God   for   deliverance 

from  danger.  930,  951; 
prayer  for  the  blessing  of  God 

upon,  944-946. 
prayer  for  the  return  of  God's 

favor,  967. 
prayer  for  the  salvation  of,  943. 
unjust  rulers  of, warned.  EM 
Nature,    dissolution    of,    14,    1049, 
1050,  109S,  1054. 
upheld  by  God.  10,  27. 
Neighbor,  love  to  our,  532,  536. 
New  year,  97-2-975. 
NoahJ  dove  of,  477. 

O. 

Obedience,  cheerful,  31,  437,  466, 
52).  537.  541.  6r5. 

filial,' 694, ^95.' 

prayer  for,  4C5,  541.  543. 
Ocean,  obedient  to  God,  98. 

praising  God.  110. 
Offering,  acceptable,  935,  939. 
Offerings  made  to  God,  94. 
Old  age,  74,  <oo6. 

prayer  for  help  in,  656. 
Olivet,  "garden  of,  160,  165. 
One  thing  needtul.  453. 
Orphan,  531,  532,  940. 
Ophir,  c!6. 


Paraclete,  260. 
Palestine.  144. 
Paradise. 

opened  by  Christ.  181,  215. 
Morning  hvmn,*  69,  351,  541,   633,     Pardon  implored.  474,  457'.  4^9,  490. 
637.  492.  493.  4  024. 

prayer  meeting,  792.  Parents  and  children,  662-907. 

stars,  297,  615^715,  835,  859.  teaching  children,  ^^. 

Moses.  30,  42,  51,  1066.  Patieuce,  562. 

song  r ■:'.  Peace,  645. 

Mourner,    comforted,     1014,     1015,  Christian,  60,  449. 


1023,   1024.  1025,   1027,  1029, 
1031,  1034,  1036,  1037. 

Wf. 

Nation,  blessed  for  the  sake  of  the 

church,  955. 
commended  to  the  care  of  God, 

9.53. 
God  the  judge  of,  947,  968. 
God  the  strength  and  salvation 

of.  943-962. 
hope  of  the,  in  God,  952. 
mercv  of  God  implored   upon, 

965. 
planted  by  the  Lord,  954. 


in  believing,  475.  682. 
prayer  for,  :• 
proclaimed  bv  angels,  136,  140, 
141,  143,  144,  146. 
Penitence  and  confession.  305,  472- 

504. 
Perseverance.  35,  36,  117,  686,  695, 

703,  705^717. 
Persia,  651. 
Pharaoh,  68. 
Physician.  413. 
Pilgrim  Fatiiers.  labors  of,  957-959. 

^ supported  by  God,  956-958. 
Planets  praising  God,  41. 
Poor,  benevolence  to  the,  934-937, 
'  940. 


(41) 


INDEX    OF    PARTICULAR    SUBJECTS. 


Prayer  acceptable,  330. 

accepted  through  Christ,  212. 

and  devout  aspiration,  618-662. 

answered,  650. 

answered  by  trials,  564. 

for  guidance,  624,  626. 

for  liirht,  625. 

for  love,  352,  624. 

Lord's,  the,  632. 

nature  of,  618. 
Pride,  folly  of,  553. 

restless,  421. 

subdued  before  the  cross,  176. 
Prisoner,  248. 

Prodigal,  return  of,  442,  464. 
Promises,  pleading  the,  638. 

sure,  798. 

resting  on,  355. 
Prophets,  28. 
Pure  in  heart,  29,  551. 


Rainbow,  39,  110, 124. 

Reason,  6,  79. 

Redeeming  grace,  390,  406,  444. 

love,  72,  229,  250,  282,  291,  378, 
386,  434,  504,  523,  586. 
Religion  all  important,  896. 
early,  907,  915. 
pleasures  of,  703. 
Remembrance  of  the  grace  of  God, 
37,  90,  93,  106,  107,  112,  116, 
121,  122,  127,  129. 
Repentance,  472-504. 
Rejoicing  in  the  Lord,  310,  706,  708, 

709,  712,  715-717. 
Rest  for  the  children  of  God,  301. 
in  Christ,  421,  425. 
in  heaven,  425,  465, 571, 572, 597. 
the  promised,  570. 
where  found,  455. 
Retirement,  547,  550,  638. 
Resurrection,  1040-1043. 
Reverence  to  God,  374,  484. 
Returning  to  God,  372,  490,  491,  495, 

550,  574,  578,  964. 
Righteous,    death    of,    1007,    1016, 

1019,  1022. 
River  of  God,  724. 
Rock  of  ages,  683, 707,  724. 
Rock  rolled  away,  183. 

smitten,  68. 
Room  remaining,  433,  454,  459,  461. 
Rose  of  Sharon, '855,  870,  907. 


Sabbath,  329-347. 

antepast  of   heaven,  331,  334, 

344. 
blessed  of  God,  340. 
breaker,  the,  333. 

(42) 


Sabbath,  close  of,  395,  396. 
day  of  the  Lord,  338. 
delight   in,   333,   334,  336,  338, 

339,  342,  344,  552. 
praising  God  for,  916. 
rest  of,  331,  382. 
reverence  for,  331. 
welcomed,  329. 
Sabbath  school,  908-923. 
anniversarv  of,  924,  927. 
close  of,  928. 
invitation  to,  915. 
opening,  913,  914,  917. 
Sacrifice  acceptable,  330,  487. 
Sacrifices,  ancient,  insufficient,  192, 

198. 
Sages,  eastern,  137,  147. 
Sailor,  872-881. 

invited  to  praise  the  Lord,  874, 

876. 
prayer  for,  878,  891. 
prayer  of,  873,  875,  877,  879. 
Salem,  350,  693,  746,  868. 
courts  of,  360. 
daughters  of,  172. 
peace  of,  360. 
plains  of,  162. 
prince  of,  139. 
Saints  awaiting  Christ  in  judgment, 
1051,  1052. 
care  of  God,  1,  60,  377,  420. 
children  of  God,  530. 
chosen  from  the  foundation  of 

the  world,  121. 
communion  of,  407. 

See  Church-fellowship. 
love  for  each  other,  530.    See 

Fellowship. 
pravers  of,  276. 

safety  of,  72,  74,  76,  102,  108, 
124,    126,   683-685,   689,    690, 
693-695,  698. 
triumphing  in  God,  72,  510,  707, 

716. 
united  in  heaven,  118. 
Salvation  by  grace,  208. 

Christ  the  way  of,  191-209. 
free^  274,  376,  419,  427,  434,  437, 

447,  450,  452,  466. 
fruits  of,  406. 
praver  for,  224,  277,  282,   333, 

370,  405,  412. 
rejoicing  in,  405. 
tidings  of,  733. 
Samuel,  30. 
Sanctuarv,  329-408. 

beauty   of,   342,   348,   354,  362, 

367,  387. 
delisht,  329,  351,  354,  357,  365- 

367,  371,  383,  384,  387,  391. 
glorv  of  Christ  in,  373. 
invitation  to,  347,  358,  360,  369. 


' 


IXDEX    OF   PARTICULAR    SUBJECTS. 


Sanctuary,  presence  of  God,  346, 354,  Temperance,  540. 

355,  Temple,  veil  i 

l  3^4.  Terrors,  king 

Satan.  107,  139,  195,  212,  238,  242,  Thief,  the  dying 


270,403,  4fJ-. 
empire  of,  338,  «39,  850. 
empire  of,  overthrown,  537. 
power  of,  476,  559. 

of,  190.  571. 
wiles  of,  243,  26J,  632. 
Saturday  eveninz,  643. 

obedient  to  God,  374. 

-  obedient  to  God.  65.  101. 

ra  known  to  God,  18, 
Self-examination  and  humility,  545 

-  lifted,  175. 
ShfToh, 


Thrice  hoi  v.  29.' 
I  Throne  of  erace,  567,  600,  621. 
;  Thrones  subject  to  God.  23. 

Ttumdei 
'  Tidings,  evil.  .533. 
Time,  misemployed.  545. 
past  recalled,  860, 
rapidity  of,  11,  W7.   995,   1000, 

t  Times,  our,  in  the  hand  of  God,G07. 
'  To-dav  the  accepted  time,  1 
451,  453.  459, 
Tonsue.  304,  540. 

control  of,  530,  543,  550. 
deceitful,  418, 


Sickness,  .556,  60S,  609,  657,  G67,  668.     Tract  distribution.  930. 


Trials  and  temptations,  559-"    ; 
Trinity,    praise    to,   303-306.       See 

DOXOLOG-IES. 

Trust  and  submission,  599,  617. 
in  God,  56,  a 
in  Christ,  234-236,  551, 556,  616, 


Siloain, 

Sin.  confession  of,  472.  474,  475,  479 
M   . 
conviction  of,  417. 
original.  411. 
Sinai,  6-,  188,231,504 
Sincerity,  prayer  for. 
Sinnersat  the  judgment,  468,  470.     Types  fulfilled  in  Christ,  237. 
.  1045,  1047,  I  *    Jewish,  412. 

condition  of,  tt 

invited  to  Christ,  137,  419-471.  ' 

separated  from  the  saints.  366.        LNBELIEF,  ,*,  -»lo,  c^6. 
Sins,  atoned  for  bv  Christ,  166,  183, 
190. 
presumptuous,  314. 
secret.  314. 
Slave.  370.  532.  B89,  555. 
Slaverv,  praver  for  deliverance  from 

949,  9.53,963,966. 
Soul  immortal,  1039—1043. 
"lost  in  paradise,  408. 
redeemed  by  Christ,  403. 

value  i 
Sower  and  the  seed,  375. 


V. 
Vial, 27ft 

Virsins  slumbering,  247. 
Vows,  performance  of,  377. 

w. 

Walking  with  God.  35-5,  536,  538, 

Warnings  and  invitations,  419—471. 
Watchfulness,  663-4 
Waters,  living,  63,  65. 


Sowing  and  reaping,  542,  696,  714,    Way,  the  broad,  327.  A 


740,  930,  954. 
Spring,  44,  51,  977-952. 
Stambo  . 

Star  of  Bethlehem,  149,  719,  525. 
Stranger,  regard  for  the,  534. 
Sword,  double  flaminz,  241. 
Submission,  379.  599 ,"602,  605,  607- 

609,611,612. 
Summer,  983. 
Svmpathv   for   the   distressed,   531, 

535. 


Talent  employed,  544. 
Teachers'  meetings,  908-911. 


the  narrow,  290,  :V_- 
Widow.  532,  934,  940. 
Wilderness,    blossoming,    133,   136, 

230. 
Winds  obedient  to  God,  5,  23. 
Winter. 

Wisdom,  how  obtained,  22. 
Witnesses,  cloud  of.  510,  665. 
Word  of  God.     Bee  Holy  Scrip- 
tures. 
World,  the  vanity  of,  327.  570.  595. 
Works  of  rigllteo  292. 

Worship,  domestic,  394,  5-52,  944. 

public,  329-407. 

social,  779-798. 
(45) 


INDEX    OF   PARTICULAR    SUBJECTS. 


Wormwood,  163,  265. 
Wrath,  19,  457,  494. 

Y. 

Year,  closing,  992. 

opening,  972-975. 

reviewed,  993-995. 
Youth  invited  to  Christ,  890,  893, 
897,  903-905. 

prayer  of,  898. 


ZEAL,  665,  680,  681. 


Zion,  city  of,  678. 
daughter  of,  815. 
gates  of,  368,  387,  985. 
God  dwelling  in,  394. 
King  of,  428. 
praise  of,  345. 
secure,  60,  108. 
strength  of,  37. 
walls  of,  848,  850. 
war  of,  849. 
watchmen  of,  738. 


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INDEX  OF  REFERENCES  TO  THE  SCRIPTURES. 


IENESIS. 
1:2. 

1  :3. 

2:3. 

2:  24 

3:6 

5 

6 

B 

9 
1C 
17 


HTM* 

285 

M3 

331 

B83 

S 

04 357.538 

3 .301 

9 477 

9 757 

13 15 

- 9.56 

19:  17 439 

19:22 436 

22:  14 613 

22:  17 958 

24:31 7.54 

24:56 677 

24:63 547 

28:  11 651 

28  :  17 392,  749.  7*7 

28:21 .945 

46:  3 957 


NUMBER?.  htm* 

10  :  34 724 

15  :  2 1066 

20  :  17 1042 

23:  10 1006,1016 


DEUTERONOMY. 

3  :  27 653 

6  :  7 B87 

8:2 55 

12:9 455 

15  :  10 938 

H  :  - 043.  1078 

32  :  2 956 

32:  3 855 

33:25 74 

34:  1 688 

34:4 1066 


EXODUS. 

3:  14 42,305 

3  :  15 ^o 

8:22 968 

15:20 949 

15:26 601 

20  :  11 340 

20:  19 594 

25:22 622 

33:  14 611,856 


JOSHUA. 
1:2.. 
24  :  14  . 


.1015 
..356 


RUTH. 

1:  16. 


752 


LEVITICUS. 

8  :  35 654 

23  :  4 793 

25:9 445 

26:6 953; 

(45) 


1  SAMUEL. 

1:22 759 

2:  30 937 

3:  10 353 

3  :  18 609 

7  :  12 523 

12  :22 9.54 

17  :  50 930 

30  :  6 59« 


INDEX    OF   REFERENCES    TO    THE    SCRIPTURES. 


2  SAMUEL. 

23  :  4 

HTM!f 

871 

JOB,  (continued.) 
19  :  25... 

.     °14    211 

23  :  5 

72 

19  :  26 

\cua 

53,346 

901 

808 

22  :21 465 

22  :  28 33 

1  KINGS. 

29  :  2 558 

8  :  S27 

30  :  23 

18:1-2 

31  :  14 

1 047 

18  :  44 

37  :  22 5 

19  :  12 

298,  457 

38  :  7 297 

333 

397 

38  :  27 

2  KINGS. 

2:  11 

PSALMS. 

1  :   

691 

2  :  

244 

1  CHRONICLES. 

4  :  10 

2:7 

2  :  12 

823 

434 

28  :  9 

893 

4  : 

70,550 

09  •  10 

26 

5  : 

351 

29  :  13 

81 

6: 

498,  604 

746 

7  :  $-17  

77 

8  : 

409,  919 

2  CHRONICLES 

9  :  

84 

C  :  41 

12  :  

789 

. . . .750 

12  :  6 

798 

15  :  15 

753 

13:  

14:  

14  :  7 

591 

25  :  8 

908 

418 

29  :  31 

941 

Bed 

G40 

15  : 

206,  536 

EZRA. 

16:  5 

16  :  8 

528 

047 

9  :  5 

16  :  8-11 

710 

741 

17  : 

576 

18  :  

955 

NEHEMIAH. 

18  :  1-7 

587 

1  :  11 

18  :  12-49 

19  :  1-7 

50,75 

5  :  19 

649 

40,  41 

9  :  5 

80,  124 

19  :  5... 

541 

9:6 

131 

18  :  9-12 

9 

9  :  12 

626 

19  : 

314,  316 

9  :  14 

334 

20  :  7 

993 

9  :  17 

352 

21  :  

950 

13  :  19 

644 

22  :  6 

13 

13  :  22 

646 

472 

22  :  16 

199 

23  :  4 

23  :  5     . 

1023 

773 

ESTHER. 

23  :  

62-66 

4  :  16 

24  : 

186,  187 

603 

564 

24  :  7 

183,  728 

25  :  11 

489 

JOB. 

25  :  18 

483 

1  :  21 

25  :  

549 

5:  17 

25  :  

581 

7  :  16 

1018 

26  : 

365,  552 

11  :  7 

21 

27  :  1-6 

391 

13  :  15 

599 

27  :  8 

28  :  9 

713 

13  :  22 

619 

933,  975 

14  :  1 

1028 

994,1032 

1001 

29  :  9 

747 

14:2 

14  :2 

29: 

30  :  1 

25 

615 

15:  15 

53 

30:5 

614 

(46) 


INDEX    OF    REFERENCES    TO    THE    SCRIPTURES. 


PSALMS,  (continued.)  htmx    PS 

30  : 93,617 

31  :  3 636  j 

31  :  15 607,  927  ' 

31  :  16 625 

626 

32:  1 >» 

32:  502 

33:5 4? 

33  :  9 - 

33:  952 

34:3,9 49 

34:  11 921  i 

34:  61  ; 

35:  13 965 

36:5-9 1  J 

36  :  6 78 

36:9 230,539 

37  :23 695 

38:  15 610 

3-  :  588 

39  :4 996 

39  :6 999 

40  :6-9 193 

40  :  577 

41  : 531 

42  :  5-11 56© 

42  :5 717 

'  42:  655 

43  :3 325,845 

43:  539 

44  :  967  l 

45:  1-17 245  [ 

45  :3 814,846  j 

45  :  4 341,833 

45:7 622 

45:  267 

46:1-5 60 

46:4 724 

46:  10 605 

47  :  105  ; 

43  :  1-3 722  1 

48:  10-14 359' 

43  :  14 307  ; 

48:  729' 

50  :  1-7 1044 

50  :  1045 

51  :  1-4 474 

51  :7 479 

51  :  10 209 

51  :  17 330 

51  :  411,487,493 

53  :  6 850 

55:6 631 

55:8 459 

55:22 420,438,  1026 

55:22,23 697 

56:8 1014 

57  :  1-11 91 

57  :5-ll -3 

58  :  968 

59:  16 633 

(47) 


ALMS,  (continued.)      iitm>- 

60  :  1 341 

61  :  1-6 5-4 

61  :3 372 

62  :  5-8 692 

63  :  1 630 

63:1-4 354 

63  : 384 

65  :  1-5 345 

65  :  11 985,  991 

65:  12 .979 

65  :  980 

65:9 973 

66  :2 913 

66  :  13-20 650 

67  :  5 120 

67  :  

67  :  836 

63  :  4 103 

68:5 934 

63  :  17,  13 133 

63  :  32-35 23 

69:  13 336 

69:  15 563 

69:30 9C9 

70:4 739 

70  :  583 

71  :  5-9 656,  657 

72:3 869 

72:4 B89 

72  :  6 288 

72:  10-14 324 

72:  11 Sol 

72:  322,  323.  329 

73:23-28 705 

73:24 327 

73:25 519 

73  :  500 

77  :  1,2 594 

78  :  1-7 888 

73  :25 753 

79:9 492,963 

80:3 385 

80  : -07 

81  :  1-4 383 

81  :  16 990 

82  :  947 

84:  1-7 337 

84:8-12 383 

84:  10 329 

84  :  11 376,732 

84  : 348,  367 

85:  1 971 

85  :  4 482 

85  :  6 363 

85:7 839 

85  :8 6-2 

86:6 7^9 

86:  11-13 569 

87:5 743 

87  :  394 

88:  10-12 424 


INDEX    OF    REFERENCES    TO    THE    SCRIPTURES. 


PSALMS,  (continued.) 


.566,  1040 

89:4 8 

89  :  7 830 

89  :  7-14 374 

89:  15-18 403 

89  :47 1002 

89  :  48 1013 

89  :  1004 

90  :  1-5 11,  12 

90  :  5 974 

90:  12 997 

91  :5 642 

91  :  694 

9-2  : 336,337 

93:4 24 

94  :  12-14 702 

94:  19 222 

95  :  1-11 368 

95:  6 358 

95  : 361,388 

96:  1-7 146 

96  : 362 

97  :  1-5 1049 

97  :  1-12 4,71 

97  :  2 33 

97  :  6-9 147 

98:  1-4 88,853 

98  :  5-9 142 

99  :  5-9  ...  30 
100  :  . . . .' .' .' .' .' .'  .*347,'  349*,  380,' 389 


htmv  j  PSALMS,  (continued.) 


25-28. 
1-4  .. . 


.882 
.1000 
..835 
.1003 
...14 
...90 
...51 
..986 


101 
102 
102 
102 
102 
103 

103  :  1- 
103  :  2 

103  :8-13 57 

103:  16 1027 

103  :  17 122 

103  :  104 

104  :  1-24 98 

104  : 27,  114 

105  :  102 

106  :  1-4 112 

106:  4 390 

107  :X-8 52 

107  :8 54 

107  :13 690 

107  :  872,874,  876 

108  :  1-6 97 

110  :  1-3 184 

111  :  1-10 22 

112  :  6 595 

112  :  533 


113: 
114  : 
116: 
116  : 
116: 


.278 
..68 
.517 
.521 


116 
116 


118  : 
118: 
119: 
119: 


12-10 377 

(48) 


HYMJT 

:  16 755 

;  17 970 

117  : 127,  130 

118:22-27 723 

:  24-26 338 

:28 256 

:5 543 

:9 898 

119:130 321 

119  :  14 315 

119:60 440 

119  :50 608 

119  :  57 537 

119  :62 648 

119  :  67 579,600 

119:  92 563 

119  :  96 317 

119  :  97 318 

119  :  105 311 

119:  111 322 

119  :  127 319 

121  :3 639,707 

121  :  58,  59,  67 

122:  1-7 350,360 

122  :  342,366,371 

124  :8 914 

125: 693,726 

126  :5,  6 .-.575 

126:5 740 

126  : 714 

127  :2 1011 

127  : 699,805 

128:5 332 

128:  700 

130:3 738 

130  :5 799 

130  : 562,567 

131  : 555,557 

132:8 751 

132:9 744 

133:  781,  884 

135  :  381 

136:  1-9,24 106,  107 

137  :  5,6 730 

137  :  5 622 

137  : 866,867 

138:2 38,526 

138  :  6 551 

138:  117 

138:  709 

139  :  1-6 16 

139:  1-7 18 

139  :  7-12 19 

139:  12 642 

139:23,24 721 

141  :2-5 364 

142  :  585 

143  :  11 352 

144  :  12 890 

145:  1-8 129 

145:7 37 


INDEX    OF   REFERENCES    TO    THE    SCRIPTURES. 


PSALMS,  (continued.)  moor    IS 

M."»  :  10 110 

H6:2 123 

146  :  108 

147  :  101 

148  :  12 900 

148  :  14 Col 

148  :  82,86,89,98,96 

115,  125,  126 

149:2 712 

150  :  113,118,363,378 


PROVERBS. 

1  :  7 

3  :  1 

3:6 

3  :  17 


.917 
.903 

.88-2 
.'703 


3:19 43 

4  :  1 923 

8  :  17 899,915,923  ! 

8  :  34 456 

10  :  24 399  1 

13  :  19 45 

13  :21 458 

14  :32 1007 

15  :  4 119 

16  :  1 355 

16  :  25 460 

18  :  24 226 

20  :  28 257 

23  :  26 896 

23  :  31 932 

30  :  8 917 


ECCLESIASTES. 

1  :2 410,570 

9  :  10 432 

11  :6 542 

11  :9 .-97 

12:  1 904 

12:7 880,  1020 


CANTICLES. 

1  :3 212 

1  :7 220,660 

2  :  1 855,  870 

2:  4 775 

2  :  11 977 

2  :  12 9S2 

2:16 715 

5  :  10 788 

5:  16 .' 205,  225 

6  :  10 806 

8  :5 797 


ISAIAH, 
2:2. 
2:3. 


.811 
.830 


AIAH,  (continued.)      mraac 

3  :  10 1037 

6  :  3 116,303,  304 

8  :  13 29 

9  :  1 223 

9  :2 224 

9  :  3 990 

9  :  6,  7 211 

9  :  12 ?05 

11  :  1 2G4 

11  :  10 1067 

12  :2 24?,  616 

12:4 10 

13  :2 833 

14  :  3 

17  :  7 506 

17  :  13 £15 

19  :20 924 

21  :  11 135 

21  :  12 -25 

24  :  14 100 

24  :  15 -25 

25:4 234 

25:6 770 

26  :  1 683.  72S 

26  :  2 1077 

26  :  3 379 

26:  8 217 

26  :  12 962 

26  :  15 951 

29  :  42 247 

30  :  19 1008 

31  :5 727 

32  :  1 -38 

32  :2 231 

33:  7 227 

33  :  17 716,  1060 

33  :21 '..724 

35:  1 136,230,833,  868 

35:2 218 

35  :  9 678 

40  :4 133 

40  :  8 320 

40  :  9 ?7 

40  :  11. . .  .219,  731,  758,  761,  891 

40  :  31 681 

41  :  10 '....69 

41  :  18 849 

42:  11 813 

42:  16 624 

43  :  5 .-26 

43:  6 801.  >27 

49  :  8 948 

51  :3 812,  845 

51  :  12 .831 

52  :  1 810 

52:7 733 

52  :  10 834,  848 

53  :  3 175.  238,  239,  259 

53:5 179,  771 

53:  6 196 

53:7 168 


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INDEX    OF   REFERENCES    TO   THE    SCRIPTURES. 


MARK,  (continued.) 
8  :  37 

HTJiy 
408 

LUKE,  (continued.) 

24  :  29 

24  :  32.. 

159 

357  765 

8  :  38 

;>2 

9  :  24 

.416,505 
907, 1031 
.892,  757 
(J76 

24  :  46 

...172,  335 

10  :  14 

10:  10 

.758, 

24  :  50 

24  :  53 

787 

922 

10  :  28 

JOHN. 

1  :  1-3,14 

1  :29 

1  :36 

3:2 

3:7 

10  :  47  

478 

12  :  42 

942 

13  :  33 

1028 

...134 

14  :  15 

1067 

. .  .259,  260 

14  :  26 

402 

774 

15  :  17 

153 

16  :  15 

.735,  857 

.847,  825 
,  144,  145 
]  37 

504 

3  :  16 

30,  408,  429,  790 

LUKE. 

3  :  24 

3  :  36 

175 

1037 

1  :78 

4:35 

4  :  42 

6:35 

6  :  37 

736,  870 

2  :  8-15 138-141 

2  :  10 

199 

772, 777 

2  :  14 

.280,  960 
821 

476 

2  :  32 

6  :  51 

769 

2  :  46 

915 

766,  771 

3  :  4 

.133,  140 

.444,  494 
.934,  150 

C  :  63 

295 

3  :  7 

7  :  37 

767 

4  :  18 

9:4 

446 

6:12 

9:  7 

907 

7  :  16 

208 

10:  11 

10  :  14 

196 

8  :  22 

508 

221 

9  :  60 

740 

10  :  16 

731 

10  :  3 

906 

10  :  22 

976 

10  :  18 

202 

10  :  28 

11:26 

11  :35 

11  :3C 

12  :  13 

36,  233 

10  :  29 

532 

1043 

10  :  33  

10  :  42  

11  :  1 

535 

453 

.618,  786 
672 

236 

158 

393 

12  :  32 

12: 15 

161 

12  :  35 

666 

12  :  32 

434 

13  :  3 

14  :  17 

435 

766 

12  :  38 

13  :  34 

428 

534 

14  :  21 

763 

14  :  2 

.572,  1061,  1076 

14  :  22 

461 

14  :  3 

• 1009 

15:7 

16  :  5 

442 

14:6 

14  :  16 

..194,618,1042 
292 

17:5 

.906, 

128,  398 
454 

14  :  19 

.216,  1024,  1042 

17  ;  22 

14  :  23 

1030 

18  :  38 

495 

14  :  26 

299 

19  :  33 

.272,  282 
....1056 
157 

14  :  27 

...423,  503,  687 

21  :  28 

14  :  31 

778 

22  :  15 

15:3 

15:5 

201 

22  :  17 

768 

415,  769 

22  :  19 

.765,  776 
573 

15:  12 

961 

22  :  61 

15  :  16 

524 

22  :  43 

165 

16  :  13 

290 

23  :  34 

16  :  33 

586 

22  :  39-46 

.165,  166 
172 

17  :  4 

170 

23  :  42 

17  :  24  

1071 

23  :  44 

1^:1 

160 

23  :  48 

496 

J'.)  :  5 

167 

23  :  54 

643 

19  :  30 

109,  170 

23  :  56 

.  ...341 

19  :  41 

154 

24  :  23 

185 

20  :  20 

777 

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IXDEX    OF   REFERENCES    TO    THE    SCRIPTURES. 


JOHX.  (continued.)  hvmx 

21  :  15 580,  744 

21  :  16 501,546 


ACT?. 

1  :9 1*9 

2  :  26 1036 

2  :30 262 

-2  :  39 886 

2  :  46 .' 780 

5:  31 252,256 

5:  35 251 

7  :  35 920 

» 1033 

9:37 1012 

10  :  36 265    2  CORINTHIANS. 


1  CORINTHIANS. 

1  :  14 522 

1  :9 73 

1  :23 307 

1  :  30 

2:  10 302,  1059 

3  :  16 

12:  13 785 

13  :   929 

13  :  12 593 

15:3 473 

15:4 

IS  :54 1019 

15  :  55.. 173,  181,  1007,  10-22, 1033 


16:  10 5 819 

16  :  13 7-6 

16:33 760 

17  :27 621 

17-S-28 386 

1-  :  21 860 

»r38 796 

26:22 973 

26:23 804 

2-:  15 794 


ROMANS. 

1:7 192 

1  :  14 525 

1  :  17 323 

3:  12 414  I 

3:  19 414  j 

3:24 685  ! 

5:  1 704* 

5:3 571    GALATIANS. 


1  :20 5:6 

1  :  22 

4  :  4 310 

4:6 95,527 

4:  7 

4:9 1025 

4:  18 027 

5  :8 1010 

5  :  7 515 

5:  14 210,251.  445 

5:  15 

5:  19 2 

6:2 433 

9  :  13 938 

12:  9 85 

13  :  5 

13  :  11 406 

13:  14 407 


6:1. 
6:5. 

6:8. 
7:9. 
8:8. 


.635 
..191 
.1034 
..417 

.412 


8:  13 548 

8  :  15 506,  6^6 

8:  16 199,288 

8  :  26 375 

8:33 698 

8:38 501,  606 

9:5 39 

9  :20 31 

11  :33 20 

11  :  36  . . .  .44 

12:  12. ".7.7.7.7.7  .7.7  .'.603,'  706    EPHESIAXS. 


2:16 191 

2  :  20 511 

3:  13 249 

3  :  16 685 

3:28 770.  784 

4:6 -4 

5:5 515 

5:6 509 

5  :22 300 

5:24 485 

6  :2 

6:9 .673 

6:  14 175.  176.178 


12  :  15 535 

13:  10 7*2 

13:  12 452 

14:  B 637 

14:  11 559 

14:22 514 

15:  13 77* 


1  :4 72 

1  :  7 20,  l:  - 

1  :  13 

1:  17 909 

2  :  1 416.  494 

2:4 .177 

2:5 208 

2:8 405 


(53) 


INDEX    OF   REFERENCES    TO    THE    SCEIPTURES. 


EPHESIANS,  (continued.)       utmx    1  TIMOTHY,  (continued.) 


2  :  13 171 

2  :  18 241 

3  :  9,  10 134 

3  :  1'2 212 

3  :  17 791,910 

4  :8 163,260 

4:30 45,422,992 

5  :  14 441,  497 

5  :  16 992 

6  :  1 895 

6:11 667 

6:  15 .....913 

6  :  18 623 


PHILIPPIANS. 

1  :  6 117 

1  -.21 679,  1017,  1021 

2:  6 246 

2  :  9 209 

2  :  10 253 

2:  13 292,293 

2:29 737 

3  :  10 163,  176 

3  :  14 665 

3  :20 659 

4:7 795 


COLOSSIANS. 

1:5 

1:16 

1  :20 

2:2 

2  :  15 

3:2. 
3:3. 


.1064 
..134 
..203 
..925 
..201 
..659 
..525 


3  :  11 195 

3:12 554 


1  THESSALONIANS. 

1  :  10 1057 

3  :  13 1052 

4:  16 1056 

4  :  17 1072 

5  :  3 469 

5:25 743 


2  THESSALONIANS. 

1:7 1046 

2:13 72,121 


1  TIMOTHY. 

1  :  15 

1  :  17 


2:6. 


.Yo*9*,*264 

645 

.200,  218 
, 623 


3  :  16 151,  173 

6  :  12 669,  680 

6:  16 264 


2  TIMOTHY. 

1:12 701 

2:3 674 

3  :15 902 

3:  16 311 

4  :  1 465 

4  :6 1017 

4:7 669,972,  1019 


TITUS. 

1  :  9 323 

2  :  10 540 

3:5-8 197 


HEBREWS. 

1  :3 273 

1  :6 271 

1  :8 13 

1  :14 689 

3:  15 422 

4  :  9 331,344,  1061,  1075 

4:  13 13 

4  :  14-16 233 

4:15 236,239 

4  :  16 927 

5  :  10 208 

6:20 243,  653 

7:1 216 

7:15 217 

7:  17 209 

7:22 200 

7:25 212,357 

9:27 1035 

9:28 237 

10:10 201 

10:19 239 

10:22 516 

10  :23 128,717 

10:26 469 

10  :29 300 

10:  38 513 

11  :  1 507 

11  :  13 512 

11  :16 661 

11  :27 654 

12:  1 510,665,  671,  631 

12:2 510,662 

12:22 783 

12:23 1061 

12:29 241 

13:5 74 

13  :  6 653 

13  :  14 590 

13:17 738 


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INDEX    OF   REFERENCES    TO    THE    SCRIPTURES. 


JAMES.  iiYMx     JUDE,  (continued.) 

1  :  27 940  —80 

4:14 440,  995,  1036  j  —  25 


.961 


1  PETER. 

1  :2 287,  303 

1  :  7 561 

1  :  12 900 

1  :  19 763 

2  :  7 213 

2  :  21  . . 155 

2  :  25 574 

3  :  - 762 

3  :  18 166 

4  :  13 572 

4  :  16 471,  1048 

5  :  2 743 

5:  3 742 

5:  4 744 

5  :  7 56,  420,  593 


2  PETER. 

1  :  10 466 

1  :  21 309 

3  :  5 8 

3:  11 46 

3:  18 275 


1  JOHN. 
1:5. 
1:7. 
1:6. 
2:1. 
2:27 
3:2. 
4  :6. 
4:9. 


.641 
.190 
.413 
.240 
.291 
.685 
..34 
.35 


4:  10 202 

4:  12 652 

4:  16 918,929 

4  :  19 518,  529 

4:21 530 

5:6 197 

5  :  7 304,305,  308 

5  :6 231 


JUDE. 


—  14  i 


.1051 


REVELATION. 

1  :  6 250.  1062 

1  :  10 339 

1  :  18 215.251 

2  :  7 1063,  1076 

2:  17 617 

3:20 463 

4  :  1 1075 

4  :  6 616 

4:8 26.  Ill 

4:  10 1077 

4  :  11 258 

5:6 222,  1053 

5:8 ..2:6 

.  5  :  9 281,  283 

5  :  12 255,203.265 

6  :  14 1050 

7:9 254,  1070 

7:  10 ..268 

7:  11 1080 

7:12 - 

7  :  14 1062.  1063 

7:  17 26o.  1064 

19  :  1 190 

11  :  15 259,  B42,  661 

14  :  7 470.  1054 

15  :  3 ..269 

17  :  14 206.  256 

19  :  3 277 

19:5 132.249 

19  :  6 270.  279 

19  :  7 .708 

19  :  16 14:*.  652 

20:  14 455 

21  :  2 818 

21:4 344,  1037,  1056.  1065 

21  :  10 ..720 

21  :  21 1081 

21  :  33 1069 

21  :24 944 

21  :25 1079 

22  :  3 H  79 

22:  4 629 

22:  14 989 

22  :  16 777.  659 

22  :  17 437,  447 


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INDEX  OF  AUTHORS. 


Adams,  Miss  Sarah  F.,  651. 
Addison,    Joseph,     [1672-1719,] 

41,  oo,  62,  690,  1047. 
Aikin,  Dr.  John,  [1747-1822,]  961. 
Allen,  Rev.  Jonathan,  428. 


Burton,  J.,  [1733-1771,]  1002. 
Byles,    Rev.    Mather.    [1708- 
1788,]  1052. 

Campbell,  Thomas,  ri777-1343,l 
139.  J 


Caswall,  Edward,  261,  668. 
Cawood,  141. 

Cennick,  Rev.  John,  [ -1755,1 

217,  706,  1042. 
Cheever,  Dr.  George  B.,  [1S07 
....,]  460. 


Bag  he,  1.58. 

Bacon,  Dr.  Leonard,  885,  956, 

957. 
Bakewell,   John,    [1721-1819,]  ! 

258.  I 

Balfour,  Alexander,  859. 
Baebauld,    Mrs.   A.   L.,    [1743-    Clarke,  Rev.  James  F..  759. 

1825,]  81,  330,  449,  534,  780,  1007.     Clarke,  Mrs.  R.  W.,  653. 
Barlow,  Joel,  [ -1812,]  610,    Colesworthy,     D.    C,     [1810- 

95P.  ....,]  789,  1067. 

Bathurst,  Rev.  William  II.,    Collyer,  Dr.  William  B. 

102,  1006.  -1854,]  180,  436,  464,  657,  760,"  830, 

Baxter,  Rev.  Richard,  [1615-       883. 

1691,]  593.  Colver,  Rev.  N.,  469. 

Beddome,  Rev.  Benjamin,  33,  ;  Conder,  Josiah,  103,  254,  278, 

154,  291,  293,  295,  743,  784,  882,  j      602,  766,  7™ 


Berridge,  48. 

BlCKERSTETH,     REV.     EDWARD, 

[1786-1850,]  401,  761. 
Blacklock, Rev. T.,  [1721-1791,] 

100. 
Boden,  461,  940. 
Bonar,  Rev.  Horatius,  574. 
Bo  wring,  Dr.  John,  [1792- ,] 

34,  56,  135,  178,  326,  595,  612. 
Brady,    Dr.  Nicholas,    [1659- 

1726.]    See  Tate. 
Browne,    Rev.  Simon,     [1680- 

1732  ]  296  398. 
Brown,  Mrs.  Phebe  H.,  638,662, 

786,  804. 
Browning,  Elizabeth,  1011. 
Bryant,  W.  C,  [1794-....,]  747, 

909,  1014. 
Brydges,  Matthew,  260, 


Burder,   Rev.  George,  [1752-    Drummond 
1832,]  35,  406.  133,  966. 

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.  769. 

Cotterell,  Rev.  T.,  821. 

Cowper,  William,  [1731-1800,1 
78,  157,  229, 310, 494,  501,  i  I 
561, 568, 623, 688, 713.  727. 817,-90. 

Crosse,  971. 

Croswell,  939. 

Cunningham,  Rev.  J.  W.,  333. 

Cutter,  William,   riS02- 1 

532,  544. 

Dale,  Rev.  T.,  1023. 

Davies,  Dr.  Samuel,  ri724-1761,l 

755,  964. 
De  Fleury,  Mrs.  Maria,  160, 

1080. 
Doane,  Dr.  George  W.,  [1799- 

....,]  194. 
Dobell,  Rev.  John,  433. 
I  Doddridge,  Dr.  Philip,  [1702- 

1751,]  14, 49, 54, 123.  etc.  Total,  44. 


Dr.  Willi A3i   H., 


INDEX    OF    AUTHORS. 


Dryden,  John,  [1631-1700,]  285. 
Duncan,  205. 

Dwight,   Dr.   Timothy,   [1752- 
1818,]  424,  566,  730,  739,  65U,  978. 

Edmeston,  Rev.  James,  396, 599, 

624,  642. 
Elizabeth,  Charlotte,  [1790- 

1846,]  458,  586. 
Elliott,  Miss  Charlotte,  476. 
Enfield,  Dr.  William,   [1741- 

1797,]  553. 

Faber,  Rev.  F.  W.,  524. 
Fawcett,  Rev.  Benjamin,  120. 
Fawcett.  Dr.  John,  [1740-1817,] 

311,  717,  779,  896,  898. 
Flint,   Dr.  James,    [1779-1855,]  : 

954. 
Francis,  Dr.  B.,  170,518,746,937.  ! 

Gellert,  C.  P.,  [1715-1759,]  523. 

Gerhard,  Paul.  672. 

Gibbons,    Dr.    Thomas,    [1720-  j 

1785,]  630,  645,  904,  984. 
Gilbert,  Mrs.,  65s 
Goode,  Rev.  William,  77,  363, 

824,  1044. 
Grant,  Sir  Robert,  [ -1838,] 

119,  236,  320,  526,  572,  62S,  637, 

676. 
Greene,  T.,  602. 

Gregg,  Rev.  Mr.,  173,  463,  582.     ! 
Guion,  Madame  J.  B.,  [1648-1719,] 

Hammond,  Rev.  William,  269, ! 

370. 
Hart,  Rev.  Joseph,  166,  307, 466, 
481. 

Hastings,  Thomas,  444,  833, 923. 
Haweis,  Rev.  T.,  [1734-1820,]  282, 

434,  977. 
Hayward,  332. 
Heath,  670. 
Heber,   Dr.  Reginald,    ["1783- 

1826,]  149,  372.  393.  399,  430,  772, 

819,  877,  907,  948,  1046. 
He  mans,  Mrs.  F.  C,  [1793-1835,] 

1026. 
Heginbotham,      Rev.      Otti- 

AVELL,  221. 

Hill,  R.,  1008. 

Hillhouse,  James,   [1789-1541,] 

475. 
Hogg,  James,  [1772-1835,]  124. 
Horne,  Dr.  George,  [1730-1792,] 

Huie,  Dr.,  1024. 
Humphries,  T.,  646,  6S5. 
Hyde,  Mrs.  A.  B.,  210,  451,  457, 
649. 


Jenkins,  Rev.  Charles,  644. 
Jervis,  Rev.  Thomas,  26. 
Johnson.    Dr    Samuel,    [1709- 

1784,]  625. 
Jones,    Rev.    Edmund,     [1722- 

1765,]  472. 

Keele,  Dr.  John,  551. 
Kelly,  Thomas,  167,  182,  230, 

259,  271,  275,  883,  353,  590,  596, 

726,  754,  787,  820,  t26,  834,  858, 

935,  1056,  1057. 
Kenn,  Dr.  Thomas,  [1637-1710,] 

633,  639. 
Kingsbury,  253. 
Kirkham,  74. 
Kippis,  Dr.  Andrew,  [1725-1796,] 

21,  946. 
Knox,  462. 

Livermore,  Miss  8.  W.,  671. 

Livingstone,  90. 

Logan,  Rev.  John.   r174^-1758,] 

136,  211,  239,  703,  711,  811,  813. 
Lunt,  Dr.  W.  P.,  959. 
Lyte,  Rev.  H.  F.,  105,  114,  206, 

337,  342,  doO,  604,  694,  800,  805, 

837,  862. 

M'Cheyne,  Rev.  R.   M.,    [1813- 

1843,]  525. 
Mac kay,  Mrs.,  1033. 
Marriott,  T.,  843. 
Mars  den,  J.,  857. 
Mason,    Rev.  William,   T1724- 

1797,]  340. 
Medley,  Rev.  Samuel,   "1738- 

1799,]  151,  214,  218,  225,  243,  437. 
Merrick,  James,  [1720-1761,]  113, 

350,  531,  863. 
Middleton,   Dr.   T.   F.,    [1769- 

1822,]  545. 
Milman,  Henry  H.,  [1791-....,] 

161, 1053. 
Montgomery,     James,     T1771- 

1854,]   64,  80,  137,  148,  etc.     To- 
tal, 42. 
Moore,  Re  v.  Henry,  [ -1802,] 

38,  6-7! 
Moore,  Thomas,  [1780-1852,]  44, 

415,  601,  631,  1073. 
Muhlenberg,  Dr.  William  A., 

477,  1018. 

Nason,  Rev.  Elias,   [1811- ,] 

110. 
Xeedham,  Rev.  John.  20, 29,512. 
Xevin.  Rev.  E.  H.,  616,  696,  1075. 
Newton,  Rev.  John,  [1722-1807,] 

212.  225 .  226 ,  334 ,  et c .      Tot al ,  24. 
Xoel.    Rev.   Baptist   W.,  614, 

765,  894,  982. 


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INDEX    OF   AUTHORS. 


Occom,   Rev.   Sampson,    [1723-    Sterling,  John,  [1806-1844,]  47. 

1*. 92,]  504.  Stocker,  290. 

Ogilvie,  Dr.  John,  [1733-1814,]    Stowell,  Rev.  Hugh,  622. 


115. 

Oliver,    Rev.   Thomas 
1799,]  85,  177,  305,  626. 


Straphan,  J.,  911. 
[1725-    Swain,  660,  707,  7t2. 
| 
Tappan,  W.  B.,   [1795-1849,]   165, 

825,  1064. 
Tate,  Xahum,  [1652-1715,]  4,  61, 
[1799-  I      75,  B3,  B4,  97,  112,  138,  187,  347, 
360,  361,  562,  655,  702,  883,  867. 


Palmer,  Rev.  Ray,  511. 
Patrick,  Dr.  John,  28. 
Peabodv,  Rev.  IV.  B.  O 

1847,]  46. 

Pierpont,    Rev.    John,    [1785-  Taylor,  Emily,  989, 993. 

....,]  386,  749.  Taylor,  Jane,  [1783-1823,]  920. 

Pomroy,  Dr.  S.  L.,  851.  ,  Taylor,  Rev.  John,  [1694-1761,] 

Pope,  Alexander,   [1688-1744,]  376.  1001. 

816,  1022.  Tersteegen,  Gerhard,  392. 
Thornby,  439. 

Raffles,  Rev.  Thomas,  159, 492,  Toplady,    Rev.  Augustus  M., 

1076.  [1740-1778,]  223,  232, 294, 300, 506, 

Rankin,  Rev.  E.,  578.  606,  608. 

Reed,  Dr.  Andrew,  203,287,443,  Torre y,  Mrs.  Mary  I.,  573. 

517,  617.  Tuck,  1058. 

Richter,  497.  Turnbull,  Rev.  Robert,  1061. 

Robinson,    R.,   [1735-1790,1    171,  Turner,  Rev.  D.,  [1701-1798,]  478. 

273,  523. 

Roscoe,  William,    [1751-1831,1  Voke,  936. 

951. 

Rowe,  Mrs.  Elizabeth,  [1674-  Wardlaw,    Dr.  Ralph,  [1799- 


1737,]  82. 
Ryland,  Dr.  J. 
677,  846. 


[....-1792,]  607, 


Scott,  E.,  15,341. 

Scott,    Rev.    Thomas,     [....- 

1775, 1  183.  227,  440. 
Scott,  Sir  Walter,  [1771-1832,] 

1048. 
Seagrave,  Rev.  Robert,  629. 
Sears,  Rev.  E.  H.,  144. 
Seaward,  Caroline,  949. 
Shirley,  J.,  [1594-1669,]  255. 
Shrubsole,  802. 


1853,]  87,  762. 
Ware,  Dr.  Henry,  Jun.,  958. 
Washburn,  Henry  S.,  970. 
Waterston,  Rev.  R.  C,  1032. 
Watts,   Dr.  Isaac,   [1725-1796.1 

1-3,  5,  6,  8,  10,  etc.     Tola],  288. 
Wesley,  Rev.  Charles,  [1708- 

1788,]  143,  186,200,  etc.  Total,  26. 
Wesley,  Rev.  John,  [1703-1791,] 

Wesley,  Rev.  Samuel,   Sen., 

[1662-1734,]  174. 
White,   Henry  K.,   [1785-1808,] 

24,  39,  402,  645,  719,  1043. 


Sigourney,  Mrs.  L.  H.,  917,  942,    Williams,  P.,  840. 


1030. 
Slinn,  839. 
Smart,     Christopher,     [1722- 

1770,]  42. 
Smith,  Sir  James  E.,  [1759-1828,] 

156. 
Smith,  Dr.  S.  F.,   164,  395,  426, 

471,  643,  725,  736,  740,  844,  849. 

860,  931,  1017. 
Steele.  Mrs.  Anne,  [1716-1778,] 

50,  53,  93,  99,  168,  etc.    Total,  34.    Xavier,    Francis,    [Io06-loo2,] 
Stennett,   Dr.  Joseph,  [1663-       529. 


Williams,  Miss  Helen  Maria, 

[1759-1827,]  379. 
Windham,  679. 

Winkworth,  Catharine,  661. 
Withington,  Dr.  L.,  179. 
Wrangham,     Rev.    William, 

[....-1832,1  122. 
Wreford,  Rev.  J.  R.,  505,  953. 

WULFFER,   1005. 


1713,]  331,775. 
Stennett,  Dr.  Samuel,  [1727- 
"'8,483,771, 


1795,]   169,  192,  205,  348, 
788,  905,  1078. 
Sternhold,    Thomas, 
1549,]  9. 


Young,  J.,  36. 

Young,  Rev.  William,  76. 


r....-    Zinzendorf,  N\  E.,   [1700-1760,] 
235. 

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THE 


COXGREGATIOXAL  HBIX  BOOK. 


GOD.  — BEING  AND   PERFECTIONS. 
1.  L.  M.  Watts. 

Wim  Thee  13  the  fountain  of  life.  — Ps.  30  : 0. 

1.  High  in  the  heavens,  eternal  God, 

Thy  goodness  in  full  glory  shines  ; 
Thy  truth  shall  break  through  every  cloud 
That  veils  and  darkens  Thy  designs. 

2.  Forever  firm  Thy  justiee  stands, 

As  mountains  their  foundations  keep  ; 
Wise  are  the  wonders  of  Thy  hands ; 
Thy  judgments  are  a  mighty  deep. 

8.  Thy  providence  is  kind  and  large ; 

Both  man  and  beast  Thy  bounty  share ; 
The  whole  creation  is  Thy  charge, 
But  saints  are  Thy  peculiar  care. 

4.  My  God,  how  excellent  Thy  grace, 

Whence  all  our  hope  and  comfort  springs ! 
The  sons  of  Adam,  in  distress, 
Fly  to  the  shadow  of  Thy  wings. 

5.  From  the  provisions  of  Thy  house 

We  shall  be  fed  with  sweet  repast ; 
There  rnerey,  like  a  river,  flows. 
And  brings  salvation  to  our  taste. 
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GOD. 

6.  Life,  like  a  fountain,  rich  and  free, 

Springs  from  the  presence  of  my  Lord ; 
And  in  Thy  light  our  souls  shall 
The  glories  promised  in  Thy  word. 

2.  L.  M.  Watts. 

The  Loed  eeigxeth.  — Ps.  93  ;  1. 

1.  Jehovah  reigns  ;  He  dwells  in  light, 
Girded  with  majesty  and  might : 
The  world,  created  by  His  hands, 
Still  on  its  first  foundation  stands. 

2.  But  ere  this  spacious  world  was  made, 
Or  had  its  first  foundations  laid, 

Thy  throne  eternal  ages  stood, 
Thyself  the  ever-living  God. 

3.  Like  floods  the  angry  nations  rise, 
And  aim  their  rage  against  the  skies ; 
Vain  floods,  that  aim  their  rage  so  high ! 
At  Thy  rebuke  the  billows  die. 

4.  Forever  shall  Thy  throne  endure  ; 
Thy  promise  stands  forever  sure ; 
And  everlasting  holiness 
Becomes  the  dwellings  of  Thy  grace. 

3.  S.  P.  M.  Watts. 

He  is  CLOxnED  vrnn  majesty.  —  Ps.  93  :  1. 

1.  The  Lord  Jehovah  reigns, 
And  royal  state  maintains, 
His  head  with  awful  glories  crowned ; 
Arrayed  in  robes  of  light. 
Begirt  with  sovereign  might, 
And  rays  of  majesty  around. 
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BEING    AND    PEEFFXTIOXS. 

2.  Upheld  by  Thy  commands, 
The  world  securely  stands : 

And  skies  and  stars  obey  Thy  word ; 

Thy  throne  was  fixed  on  high 

Before  the  starry  sky ; 
Eternal  is  Thy  kingdom.  Lord. 

3.  In  vain  the  noisy  crowd, 
Like  billows  fierce  and  loud. 

Against  Thine  empire  rage  and  roar ; 

In  vain,  with  angry  spite, 

The  surly  nations  fight. 
And  dash  like  waves  against  the  shore. 

4.  Let  floods  and  nations  rage, 
And  all  their  powers  engage ; 

Let  swelling  tides  assault  the  sky ; 
The  terrors  of  Thy  frown 
Shall  beat  their  madness  down : 

Thy  throne  forever  stands  on  high. 

5.  Thy  promises  are  true  ; 
Thy  grace  is  ever  new : 

There  fixed.  Thy  church  shall  ne'er  remove ; 

Thy  saints,  with  holy  fear, 

Shall  in  Thy  courts  appear, 
And  sing  Thine  everlasting  love. 

4#  L.  31.  Tate  &  Brady. 

Tee  Lor.D  eeigxetii  ;  let  tee  eaeth  eejoice.  — Ps.  97:1. 

1.  Jehovah  reigns;  let  all  the  earth 

In  His  just  government  rejoice  ; 
Let  all  the  isles,  with  sacred  iirirth, 
In  His  applause  unite  their  voice. 

2.  Darkness  and  clouds  of  awful  shade 

His  dazzling  glory  shroud  in  state ; 
Justice  and  truth  His  guards  are  made, 
And  fixed  by  His  pavilion  wait. 
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GOD. 

Rejoice,  ye  righteous,  in  the  Lord  ; 

Memorials  of  His  holiness 
Deep  in  your  faithful  breasts  record, 

And  with  your  thankful  tongues  confess. 

DOXOLOGY. 

To  God  the  Father  glory  be, 
And  to  His  sole-begotten  Son ; 

The  same,  O  Holy  Ghost,  to  Thee, 
While  everlasting  asres  run. 


5.  H.  M.  Watts. 

A  glorious  niGH  theO'e.—  Jer.  17  :  12. 

1.  The  Lord  Jehovah  reigns; 

His  throne  is  built  on  high ; 
The  garments  He  assumes 
Are  light  and  majesty. 


His  glories  shine 
With  beams  so  bright, 


No  mortal  eye 
Can  bear  the  sight 


2.  The  thunders  of  His  hand 

Keep  the  wide  world  in  awe ; 
His  wrath  and  justice  stand 
To  guard  His  holy  law 


And  where  His  love 
Resolves  to  bless, 


His  truth  confirms 
And  seals  the  grace. 


3.  Through  all  His  ancient  works 
Surprising  wisdom  shines. 
Confounds  the  powers  of  hell, 
And  breaks  their  cursed  desiims. 


Stromr  is  His  arm, 
And  shall  fulfil 


His  great  decrees, 
His  sovereign  will. 


BEING    AND    PERFECTIONS. 

And  can  this  mighty  King 
Of  Glory  condescend  ? 

And  will  He  write  His  name 
My  Father  and  my  Friend  ? 


I  love  His  name  ; 
I  love  His  word ; 


Join  all  my  powers. 
And  praise  the  Lord. 


6.  C.  M.  Watts. 

With  God  is  tekkible  majesty.  —  Job  37  :  22. 

1.  How  wondrous  great,  how  glorious  bright, 

Must  our  Creator  be, 
Who  dwells  amidst  the  dazzling  li°:ht 
Of  vast  infinity ! 

2.  Our  soaring  spirits  upward  rise 

Towards  the  celestial  throne  : 
Fain  would  Ave  see  the  blessed  Three, 
And  the  Almighty  One. 

3.  Our  reason  stretches  all  its  wings, 

And  climbs  above  the  skies ; 
But  still  how  far  beneath  Thy  feet 
Our  grovelling  reason  lies  ! 

4.  Lord,  here  we  bend  our  humble  souls, 

And  awfully  adore : 
For  the  weak  pinions  of  our  minds 
Can  stretch  a  thought  no  more. 

5.  Thy  glories  infinitely  rise 

Above  our  laboring  tongue ; 
In  vain  the  highest  seraph  tries 
To  form  an  equal  song. 

6.  In  humble  notes  our  faith  adores 

The  great  mysterious  King, 
While  angels  strain  their  nobler  powers, 
And  sweep  the  immortal  string. 


GOD. 

7.  0.  IT.  M. 

IIlS   GLORY  COVZBED   TUE   nEATEN'S.  —  llab.  3  :  3. 

1.  Since  o'er  Thy  footstool  here  below 

Such  radiant  gems  are  strown, 
0,  what  magnificence  must  glow, 

Great  God,  about  Thy  throne  ! 
So  brilliant  here  these  drops  of  light ! 
There  the  full  ocean  rolls,  how  bright ! 

2.  If  night's  blue  curtain  of  the  sky, 

With  thousand  stars  inwrought, 
Hung,  like  a  royal  canopy, 

With  glittering  diamonds  fraught, 
Be,  Lord,  Thy  temple's  outer  veil, 
What  splendor  at  the  shrine  must  dwell ! 

3.  The  dazzling  sun,  at  noonday  hour, 

Forth  from  his  flaming  vase, 
Flinging  o'er  earth  the  golden  shower, 

Till  vale  and  mountain  blaze, 
But  shows,  O  .Lord,  one  beam  of  Thine  : 
"What,  then,  the  day  where  Thou  dost  shine ! 

4.  0,  how  shall  these  dim  eyes  endure 

That  noon  of  living  rays  ? 
Or  how  our  spirits,  so  impure, 

Upon  Thy  glory  gaze  ? 
Anoint,  O  Lord,  anoint  our  sight, 
And  lit  us  for  that  world  of  light. 

8.  L.  M.  Watts. 

The  God  of  Hosts  is  his  name.-  Amos  4  :  13. 

1.  "What  is  our  God,  or  what  His  name, 
Nor  men  can  learn,  nor  angels  teach ; 
He  dwells  concealed  in  radiant  flame, 

Where  neither  eyes  nor  thoughts  can  reach. 
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BEING    AND    PERFECTIONS. 

2.  The  spacious  worlds  o£  heavenly  light, 

Compared  with  Him,  how  short  the)'  fall ! 
They  are  too  dark,  and  He  too  bright ; 
Nothing  are  they,  and  God  is  all. 

3.  He  spoke  the  wondrous  word,  and  lo  ! 

Creation  rose  at  His  command : 
Whirlwinds  and  seas  their  limits  know, 
Bound  in  the  hollow  of  His  hand. 

4.  The  tide  of  creatures  ebbs  and  flows. 

Measuring  their  changes  by  the  moon : 
No  ebb  His  sea  of  glory  knows  : 
His  age  is  one  eternal  noon. 

5.  Then  fly.  my  song,  an  endless  round ; 

The  lofty  tune  let  Michael  raise ; 
All  nature  dwell  upon  the  sound ; 
But  we  can  ne'er  fulfil  the  praise. 


9.  C.  M.  Sternhold. 

He  boated  the  heavens  also,  a>*d  came  dow.v.- Ps.  IS  :  0. 

1.  The  Lord  descended  from  above, 

And  bowed  the  heavens  most  high ; 
And  underneath  His  feet  he  cast 
The  darkness  of  the  sky. 

2.  On  cherubim  and  seraphim 

Full  royally  He  rode, 
And  on  the  wings  of  all  the  winds 
Came  flying  all  abroad. 

3.  He  sat  serene  upon  the  floods, 

Their  fury  to  restrain  ; 
And  He  as  Sovereign  Lord  and  King 
Forevermore  shall  reisrn. 


GOD. 

10.  C.  it  Watts. 

His  name  is  exalted.  — Is.  12  :  4. 

1.  The  Lord,  how  fearful  is  His  name ! 

How  wide  is  His  command ! 
Nature,  with  all  her  moving  frame, 
Rests  on  His  mighty  hand. 

2.  Immortal  glory  forms  His  throne, 

And  light  His  awful  robe ; 
While  with  a  smile,  or  with  a  frown, 
He  manages  the  dobe. 

3.  A  word  of  His  almighty  breath 

Can  swell  or  sink  the  seas, 
Build  the  vast  empires  of  the  earth, 
Or  break  them,  as  He  please. 

4.  Adoring  angels  round  Him  fall, 

In  all  their  shining  forms ; 
His  sovereign  eye  looks  through  them  all, 
And  pities  mortal  worms. 

5.  Now  let  the  Lord  forever  reign, 

And  sway  us  as  He  will ; 
Sick  or  in  health,  in  ease  or  pain, 
"We  are  His  favorites  still. 


11.  C.  M.  Watts. 

Lord,  thou  hast  been*  ouf.  datellin-g  tlace.  — Ts.  90:  1. 

1.  Our  God,  our  help  in  ages  past, 
Our  hope  for  years  to  come, 
Our  shelter  from  the  stormy  blast, 
And  our  eternal  home. 


BEING    AND    PERFECTION'S. 

2.  Under  the  shadow  of  Thy  throne, 

Thy  saints  have  dwelt  secure ; 
Sufficient  is  Thine  arm  alone, 
And  our  defence  is  sure. 

3.  Before  the  hills  in  order  stood, 

Or  earth  received  her  frame, 
From  everlasting  Thou  art  God, 
To  endless  years  the  same. 

4.  Thy  word  commands  our  flesh  to  dust ; 

"  Return,  ye  sons  of  men  ;  n 
All  nations  rose  from  earth  at  first. 
And  turn  to  earth  again. 

5.  Time,  like  an  ever-rolling  stream, 

Bears  all  its  sons  away ; 
TIk-v  fly,  forgotten,  as  a  dream 
Dies  at  the  opening  day. 

6.  Our  God.  our  help  in  ages  past, 

Our  hope  for  years  to  come. 
Be  Thou  our  guard  while  troubles  last, 
And  our  eternal  home. 


12.  L.  M.  Watts. 

Feom  eteelastixg  to  eyeelastixg  Teou  aet  God.  — Ps.  00:  2. 

1.  Through  every  age.  eternal  God, 
Thou  art  our  rest,  our  safe  abode ; 

High  was  Thy  throne  ere  heaven  was  made, 
Or  earth.  Thy  humble  footstool,  laid. 

2.  Long  hadst  Thou  reigned  ere  time  began, 
Or  dust  was  fashioned  to  a  man  ; 

And  long  Thy  kingdom  shall  endure. 
When  earth  and  time  shall  be  no  more. 
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GOD. 

3.  But  man,  weak  man,  is  born  to  die, 
Made  up  of  guilt  and  vanity : 

Thy  dreadful  sentence,  Lord,  was  just- 
"  Return,  ye  sinners,  to  your  dust." 

4.  Death,  like  an  overflowing  stream, 
Sweeps  us  away  ;  our  life's  a  dream ; 
An  empty  tale  ;  a  morning  flower, 
Cut  down  and  withered  in  an  hour. 

5.  Teach  us,  O  Lord,  how  frail  is  man, 
And  kindly  lengthen  out  our  span, 
Till  a  wise  care  of  piety 

Fit  us  to  die  and  dwell  with  Thee. 


13.  C.  M.  Watts. 

Thy  throne,  O  God,  is  forever  ajtd  ever.  —  Heb.  1:  8. 

1.  Great  God,  how  infinite  art  Thou ! 

What  worthless  worms  are  we ! 
Let  the  whole  race  of  creatures  bow, 
And  pay  their  praise  to  Thee. 

2.  Thy  throne  eternal  ages  stood, 

Ere  seas  or  stars  were  made : 
Thou  art  the  ever-living  God, 
Were  all  the  nations  dead. 

3.  Nature  and  time  quite  naked  lie 

To  Thine  immense  survey, 

From  the  formation  of  the  sky 

To  the  great  burning  day. 

4.  Eternity,  with  all  its  years, 

Stands  present  in  Thy  view  ; 
To  Thee  there's  nothing  old  appears ; 
Great  God,  there's  nothing  new. 
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BEING    AND    PERFECTIONS. 

5.  Our  lives  through  various  scenes  are  drawn, 

And  vexed  with  trifling  cares, 
While  Thine  eternal  thought  moves  on 
Thine  undisturbed  affairs. 

6.  Great  God,  how  infinite  art  Thou  ! 

What  worthless  worms  are  we  ! 
Let  the  whole  race  of  creatures  bow, 
And  paj-  their  praise  to  Thee  ! 


14.  L.    M.  DODDPwIDGE. 

TlIEY   SIIALL  PERISH,  BUT   THOU   SHALT  ENDURE.  —  Ps.  102  :  26. 

1.  Great  Former  of  this  various  frame, 
Our  souls  adore  Thine  awful  name. 
And  bow  and  tremble,  while  they  praise 
The  Ancient  of  eternal  days. 

2.  Our  days  a  transient  period  run, 
And  change  with  every  circling  sun  ; 
And,  in  the  firmest  state  we  boast, 
A  moth  can  crush  us  into  dust. 

3.  But  let  the  creatures  fall  around  ; 
Let  death  consign  us  to  the  ground ; 
Let  the  last  general  flame  arise, 
And  melt  the  arches  of  the  skies  ; 

4.  Calm  as  the  summer's  ocean,  we 
Can  all  the  wreck  of  nature  see, 
While  grace  secures  us  an  abode 
Unshaken  as  the  throne  of  God. 

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GOD. 

15.  C.  M.  Scott. 

Tnou,  God,  seest  me.  —  Gen.  1C  :  13. 

1.  Great  God,  Thy  penetrating  eve 

Pervades  my  inmost  powers ; 
With  awe  profound  my  wondering  soul 
Falls  prostrate  and  adores. 

2.  To  be  encompassed  round  with  God, 

The  holy  and  the  just, 
Armed  with  omnipotence  to  save, 
Or  crumble  me  to  dust ; 

3.  O,  how  tremendous  is  the  thought ! 

Deep  may  it  be  impressed ; 
And  may  Thy  Spirit  firmly  grave 
This  truth  within  my  breast. 

4.  Begirt  with  Thee,  my  fearless  soul 

The  gloomy  vale  shall  tread ; 
And  Thou  wilt  bind  the  immortal  crown 
Of  glory  on  my  head. 


16.  L.  M.  Watts. 

O  Lord,  Thou  iiast  seaeched  me  axd  kxottn  me.  — Fs.  ISO:  1. 

1.  Lord,  Thou  hast  searched  and  seen  me  through  i 
Thine  eye  commands,  with  piercing  view, 

My  rising  and  my  resting  hours, 

My  heart  and  flesh,  with  all  their  powers. 

2.  My  thoughts,  before  they  are  my  own, 
Are  to  my  God  distinctly  known  ; 
He  knows  the  words  I  mean  to  speak 
Ere  from  my  opening  lips  they  break. 

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BEING    AND    PERFECTIONS. 

3.  Within  Thy  circling  power  I  stand; 
On  every  side  I  find  Thy  band: 
Awake,  asleep;  at  home,  abroad, 

I  am  surrounded  still  with  God. 

4.  Amazing  knowledge,  vast  and  groat  ! 
Wnat  large  extent !  what  lofty  height ! 
My  soul,  with  all  the  powers  I  b 

Is 'in  the  boundless  prospect  lost 

5.  O.  may  these  thought  possess  my  breast, 
Where'er  I  rove,  where'er  I  I 

Nor  let  my  weaker  passions  dare 
Consent  to  sin,  for  God  is  there. 


17.  L.  M.  GuiON. 

Am  I  a  God  at  ha:.-d  ?  — Jer.  20  :  23. 

1.  All  scenes  alike  engaging  prove 

To  souls  impressed  with  sacred  love  ! 
Where'er  they  dwell,  they  dwell  with  Thee ; 
In  heaven,  in  earth,  or  on  the  sea. 

2.  To  me  remains  nor  place  nor  time  ; 
My  country  is  in  every  clime : 

I  can  be  calm  and  free  from  care 
On  any  shore,  since  God  is  tl 

3.  While  place  we  seek,  or  place  we  shun, 
The  soul  finds  happiness  in  none  ; 

But  with  a  God  to  guide  my  way 
'Tis  equal  joy  to  go  or  stay. 

4.  Could  I  be  ca-t  where  Thou  art  not, 
That  were,  indeed,  a  dreadful  lot ; 
But  regions  none  remote  I  call, 
Secure  of  finding  God  in  all. 

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18.  C.  M.  Watts. 

WHITHER  SHALL  I  GO  FROM  thy  Stirit  ?  —  Vs.  130  :  7. 

1.  In  all  my  vast  concerns  with  Thee, 

In  vain  my  soul  would  try 
To  shun  Thy  presence,  Lord,  or  flee 
The  notice  of  Thine  eye. 

2.  Thy  all-surrounding  sight  surveys 

My  rising  and  my  rest ; 
My  public  walks,  my  private  ways, 
And  secrets  of  my  breast. 

3.  My  thoughts  lie  open  to  the  Lord, 

Before  they're  formed  within  ; 
And  ere  my  lips  pronounce  the  word, 
He  knows  the  sense  I  mean. 

4.  O,  wondrous  knowledge,  deep  and  high  ! 

Where  can  a  creature  hide  ? 
Within  Thy  circling  arms  I  lie, 
Beset  on  every  side. 

5.  So  let  Thy  grace  surround  me  still, 

And  like  a  bulwark  prove, 

To  guard  my  soul  from  every  ill, 

Secured  by  sovereign  love. 


19.  C.  M.  Watts. 

The  darkness  iiidetii  xot  from  Thee.  —  Ps.  139 :  12. 

1.  Lord,  where  shall  guilty  souls  retire, 
Forgotten  and  unknown  ? 
In  hell  they  meet  Thy  dreadful  fire, 
In  heaven  Thy  glorious  throne. 
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2.  Should  I  suppress  my  vital  breath, 

To  escape  the  wrath  divine 
Thy  voice  could  break  the  bars  of  death, 
And  make  the  grave  resign. 

3.  If,  winged  with  beams  of  morning  light, 

I  fly  beyond  the  west, 
Thy  hand,  which  must  support  my  flight, 
Would  soon  betray  my  rest. 

4.  If  o'er  my  sins  I  think  to  draw 

The  curtains  of  the  night, 
Those  flaming  eyes  that  guard  Thy  law 
Would  turn  the  shades  to  light. 

5.  The  beams  of  noon,  the  midnight  hour, 

Are  both  alike  to  Thee  ; 
O,  may  I  ne'er  provoke  that  power 
From  which  I  cannot  flee. 


20.  L.  M.  Needham. 

TnE  WISDOM  AXD  KNOWLEDGE   OF   GOD.  —  Rom.  11  :  33. 

1.  Aatake,  my  tongue;  thy  tribute  bring 
To  Him  who  gave  thee  power  to  sing ; 
Praise  Him  who  has  all  praise  above, 
The  Source  of  wisdom  and  of  love. 

2.  How  vast  His  knowledge  !  how  profound  ! 

A  depth  where  all  our  thoughts  are  drowned ! 
The  stars  He  numbers,  and  their  names 
He  gives  to  all  those  heavenly  flames. 

3.  Through  each  bright  world  above,  behold 
Ten  thousand  thousand  charms  unfold ; 
Earth,  air,  and  mighty  seas  combine 

To  speak  His  wisdom  all  divine. 
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4.  But  in  redemption,  O,  what  grace  ! 
Its  wonders,  O,  what  thought  can  trace ! 
Here  wisdom  shines,  forever  bright ; 
Praise  Him,  my  soul,  with  sweet  delight. 


21.  L.  M.  Kir  pis. 

Canst  tiiou  by  searching  find  out  God?  — Job  11 :  7. 

1.  Great  God,  in  vain  man's  narrow  view 
Attempts  to  look  Thy  nature  through ; 
Our  laboring  powers  with  reverence  own 
Thy  glories  never  can  be  known. 

2.  Not  the  high  seraph's  mighty  thought, 
Who  countless  years  his  God  has  sought, 
Such  wondrous  height  or  depth  can  find, 
Or  fully  trace  Thy  boundless  mind. 

3.  Yet,  Lord,  Thy  kindness  deigns  to  show 
All  that  we  mortals  need  to  know  ; 
While  wisdom,  goodness,  power  divine, 
Through  all  Thy  works  and  conduct  shine. 

4.  O,  may  our  souls  with  rapture  trace 
Thy  works  of  nature  and  of  grace, 
Adore  Thy  sacred  name,  and  still 
Press  on  to  know  and  do  Thy  will. 


22.  C.  M.  Watts. 

The  -works  of  the  Lord  are  great.  — Ps.  Ill :  2. 

1.  Great  is  the  Lord ;  His  works  of  might 
Demand  our  noblest  songs : 
Let  His  assembled  saints  unite 
Their  harmony  of  tongues. 
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2.  Great  is  the  mercy  of  the  Lord ; 

He  gives  His  children  food, 
And,  ever  mindful  of  His  word, 
He  makes  His  promise  good. 

3.  His  Son,  the  great  Redeemer,  came 

To  seal  His  covenant  sure  ; 

Holy  and  reverend  is  His  name ; 

His  ways  are  just  and  pure. 

4.  They  that  would  grow  divinely  wise 

Must  with  His  fear  begin ; 
Our  fairest  proof  of  knowledge  lies 
In  hating  every  sin. 


23.  L.  M.  Watts. 

Ascribe  te  strength  ditto  God.  — Ps.  G3  :34. 

1.  Kingdoms  and  thrones  to  God  belong ; 
Crown  Him,  ye  nations,  in  your  song ; 
His  wondrous  names  and  powers  rehearse ; 
His  honors  shall  enrich  your  verse. 

2.  He  shakes  the  heavens  with  loud  alarms ; 
How  terrible  is  God  in  arms ! 

In  Israel  are  His  mercies  known ; 
Israel  is  His  peculiar  throne. 

3.  Proclaim  Him  king,  pronounce  Him  blest ; 
He's  your  defence,  your  joy.  your  rest ; 
When  terrors  rise,  and  nations  feint, 

God  is  the  strength  of  every  saint. 
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24.  C.  M.  White. 

TllE  LOED  0>'  HIGH  IS  MIGHTIER  THAJT  THE   XOISE   OF    MANY  WATERS. 

Pk  IB:  4 

1.  The  Lord  our  God  is  clothed  with  might ; 

The  winds  obey  His  will ; 
He  speaks,  and  in  His  heavenly  height 
The  rolling  sun  stands  still. 

2.  Rebel,  ye  waves,  and  o'er  the  land 

With  threatening  aspect  roar ; 
The  Lord  uplifts  His  awful  hand, 
And  chains  you  to  the  shore. 

3.  Howl,  winds  of  night ;  your  force  combine ; 

Without  His  high  behest, 
Ye  shall  not,  in  the  mountain  pine, 
Disturb  the  sparrow's  nest. 

4.  His  voice  sublime  is  heard  afar  ; 

In  distant  peals  it  dies  ; 
He  yokes  the  whirlwind  to  His  car, 
And  sweeps  the  howling  skies. 

5.  Ye  nations,  bend  ;  in  reverence  bend ; 

Ye  monarchs,  wait  His  nod, 
And  bid  the  choral  song  ascend 
To  celebrate  our  God. 


25.  L.  M.  Watts. 

Give  rxxo  the  Lord  gloey  and  strength.  —Vs.  29  : 1. 

1.  Give  to  the  Lord,  ye  sons  of  fame. 

Give  to  the  Lord  renown  and  power ; 
Ascribe  due  honors  to  His  name, 
And  His  eternal  might  adore. 
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2.  The  Lord  proclaims  His  power  aloud, 

Over  the  ocean  and  the  land  ; 
His  voice  divides  the  watery  cloud, 

And  lightnings  blaze  at  His  command. 

3.  He  speaks  ;  and  tempest,  hail,  and  wind 

Lay  the  wide  forest  bare  around  ; 
The  fearful  hart  and  frighted  hind 
Leap  at  the  terror  of  the  sound. 

4.  To  Lebanon  He  turns  His  voice, 

And  lo,  the  stately  cedars  break ; 
The  mountains  tremble  at  the  noise, 
The  valleys  roar,  the  deserts  quake. 

5.  The  Lord  sits  Sovereign  on  the  flood, 

The  Thunderer  reigns  forever  King, 
But  makes  His  church  His  blest  abode, 
Where  we  His  awful  glories  sing. 

6.  In  gentler  language  there  the  Lord 

The  counsels  of  His  grace  imparts ; 
Amidst  the  raging  storm,  His  word 

Speaks  peace  and  courage  to  our  hearts 


26.  C.  M.  Jebvis. 

Is-  Thike  BASH  15  powee.—  1  Chron.  29: 12. 

1.  Eternal  God,  Thy  works  of  might 

Oar  awe  and  wonder  raise  ; 
Thy  deeds  of  glory  far  surpass 
Our  loftiest  notes  of  praise. 

2.  Thine  awful  thunder  fills  the  air, 

Resounding  through  the  sky, 
While  vivid  lightnings,  ?mid  the  gloom, 
Proclaim  Jehovah  nigh. 
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3.  He  comes ;  all  nature  prostrate  lies, 

And  trembles  at  His  nod ; 

Earthquakes  and  dreadful  storms  announce 
The  presence  of  our  God. 

4.  The  howling  winds,  the  beating  rain, 

The  sea's  tumultuous  roar, 
These,  in  tremendous  conceit  joined, 
Exalt  Thy  boundless  power. 

5.  Great  God,  we  trust  the  matchless  strength 

Of  Thine  almighty  arm, 
Which,  'mid  the  wreck  of  thousand  worlds, 
Could  shelter  us  from  harm. 


27.  L.  M. 

O  Loed,  now  MANIFOLD  are  Thy  "vror.ES  !  — Fs.  104:24. 

1.  Great  is  the  Lord  !     What  tongue  can  frame, 
An  honor  equal  to  His  name  ? 

How  awful  are  His  glorious  ways  ! 
The  Lord  is  dreadful  in  His  praise ! 

2.  The  world's  foundations  by  His  hand 
Were  laid,  and  shall  forever  stand ; 
The  swelling  billows  know  their  bound, 
While  to  His  praise  they  roll  around. 

8.  Vast  are  Thy  works.  Almighty  Lord ! 
All  nature  rests  upon  Thy  word ; 
And  clouds,  and  storms,  and  fire  obey 
Thy  wise  and  all-controlling  sway. 

4.  Thy  glory,  fearless  of  decline, 
Thy  glory,  Lord,  shall  ever  shine; 
Thy  praise  shall  still  our  breath  employ. 
Till  we  shall  rise  to  endless  joy. 
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28.  C.  ML  Patrick. 

Gloeious  nr  holiness.  — Ex.  15  :  11. 

1.  0  God,  we  praise  Thee,  and  confess 

That  Thou  the  only  Lord 
And  everlasting  Father  art, 
By  all  the  earth  adored. 

2.  To  Thee  all  angels  cry  aloud ; 

To  Thee  the  powers  on  high, 
Both  cherubim  and  seraphim, 

Continually  do  cry : 

3.  O  holy,  holy,  holy  Lord, 

Whom  heavenly  hosts  obey. 
The  world  is  with  the  glory  filled 
Of  Thy  majestic  sway. 

4.  The  apostles'  glorious  company, 

And  prophets  crowned  with  light, 
"With  all  the  martyrs'  noble  host, 
Thy  constant  praise  recite. 

5.  The  holy  church  throughout  the  world, 

O  Lord,  confesses  Thee, 
That  Thou  eternal  Father  art, 
Of  boundless  majesty. 

29.  C.  M.  Xeedham. 

Sanctify  the  Lord  of  Hosts.  — Is.  8:  13. 

1.  Holt  and  reverend  is  the  name 

Of  our  eternal  King : 
Thrice  holy  Lord !  the  angels  cry ; 
Thrice  holy !  let  us  sing. 

2.  The  deepest  reverence  of  the  mind, 

Pay,  O  my  soul,  to  God  ; 
Lifr  with  thy  hands  a  holy  heart 
To  Hi?  sublime  abode. 
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3.  With  sacred  awe  pronounce  His  name 

Whom  words  nor  thoughts  can  reach 
A  broken  heart  shall  please  Him  more 
Than  the  best  forms  of  speech. 

4.  Thou  holy  God,  preserve  my  soul 

From  all  pollution  free  ; 
The  pure  in  heart  are  Thy  delight, 
And  they  Thy  face  shall  see. 

DOXOLOGY. 

To  Him  who  reigns  in  worlds  of  light, 

The  eternal  King  of  heaven, 
Be  honor,  majesty,  and  might, 

And  praise,  and  glory  given. 

30.  S.  M.  Watts. 

He  is  holy.  —  Ps.  99  :  5. 

1.  Exalt  the  Lord  our  God, 

And  worship  at  His  feet : 
His  nature  is  all  holiness, 
And  mercy  is  His  seat. 

2.  When  Israel  was  His  church, 

When  Aaron  was  His  priest, 
When  Moses  cried,  when  Samuel  prayed, 
He  gave  His  people  rest. 

3.  Oft  He  forgave  their  sins, 

Nor  would  destroy  their  race  ; 
And  oft  He  made  His  vengeance  known, 
When  they  abused  His  grace. 

4.  Exalt  the  Lord  our  God, 

Whose  grace  is  still  the  same ; 
Still  He's  a  God  of  holiness, 
And  jealous  for  His  name. 
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DOXOLOGY. 

Ye  angels  round  the  throne, 
And  saints  that  dwell  below, 

Adore  the  Father,  love  the  Son, 
And  bless  the  Spirit  too. 

31.  L.  M.  Watts. 

Who  art  thou  that  eepliest  against  God?  — Rom.  0:  20. 

1.  May  not  the  sovereign  Lord  on  high 

Dispense  His  favors  as  He  will ; 
Choose  some  to  life,  while  others  die, 
And  yet  be  just  and  gracious  still  ? 

2.  Shall  man  reply  against  the  Lord, 

And  call  his  Maker's  ways  unjust, 
Tli»_j  thunder  of  whose  dreadful  word 
Can  crush  a  thousand  worlds  to  dust  ? 

3.  But,  O  my  soul,  if  truth  so  bright 

Should  dazzle  and  confound  thy  sight, 
Yet  still  His  written  will  obey, 
And  wait  the  great  decisive  day. 

4.  Then  shall  He  make  His  justice  known. 

And  the  whole  world  before  His  throne, 
"With  joy  or  terror,  shall  confess 
The  glory  of  His  righteousness. 

32.  C.  M.  Watts. 

Be  silent,  O  all  flesh,  before  the  Lord.  —  Zech.  2  :  13. 

1.  Keep  silence,  all  created  things, 
And  wait  your  Maker's  nod ; 
My  soul  stands  trembling  while  she  sings 
The  honors  of  her  God. 
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2.  Life,  death,  and  hell,  and  worlds  unknown, 

Hang  on  His  firm  decree ; 
lit1  sits  on  no  precarious  throne, 
Nor  borrows  leave —  to  be. 

3.  Chained  to  His  throne  a  volume  lies, 

With  all  the  fates  of  men ; 
With  every  angel's  form  and  size, 
Drawn  by  the  eternal  pen. 

4.  His  providence  unfolds  the  book, 

And  makes  His  counsels  shine  ; 
Each  opening  leaf,  and  every  stroke, 
Fulfils  some  deep  design. 

5.  Not  Gabriel  asks  the  reason  why, 

Xor  God  the  reason  gives  ; 

Nor  dares  the  favorite  angel  pry 

Between  the  folded  leaves. 

G.  My  God,  I  never  longed  to  see 
My  fate,  with  curious  t; 
What  gloomy  lines  are  writ  for  me, 
Or  what  bright  scenes  shall  rise. 

7.  In  Thy  fair  book  of  life  and  grace 
May  I  but  find  my  name, 
Eecorded  in  some  humble  place, 
Beneath  my  Lord,  the  Lamb. 


33.  L-  M.  Beddome. 

Wisdom  a>*d  might  ASS  IIis.—  Dan.  2  :  20. 

1.  Wait,  O  my  soul,  thy  Maker's  will ; 
Tumultuous  passions,  all  be  still ; 
xsor  let  a  murmuring  thought  arise  ; 
His  ways  are  just,  His  counsels  wise. 
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2.  He  in  :'. 

Performs  His  work.  j 

II:-  methods  are  unkncg 

Judgment  and  truth  support  His  throne. 

3.  In  heaven,  and  e  :-  air.  and  seas, 
He  i               His  firm  ■ 

And  by  His  saints  it  stands  confessed, 

:  what  He  does  is  e 

4.  Wait.  then,  my  soul,  submissive  wai 
Prosi  iwfnl  seat ; 

And,  'mid  the  I 

Trust  in  a  wise  and  gracious  God. 


34,  8S  &  78.  BOTOONG. 

- 

1.  God  is  love  ;  His  m 

All  the  path  i 
Bliss  H  ightens  ; 

2.  Chance  and  chai 

I  .a  decays,  and  ages  mov    ; 
But  Hi-  :T  ; 

God  i 

3.  E'en  tl 

Will  His  chang  ©ve  ; 

>m  His  brightness  jtreameth; 

God  is  wisdom.  God  is  love. 

4.  He  with  earthk-  n  :th 

Hope  and  comfor:  •  :  : 

Every  where  His  glory  shineth  ; 
God  is  wisdom.  God  is  I 

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35.  C.    M.  BUKDEB. 

The  love  of  God  toward  vs.  —  Uohn  4 :  9. 

1.  Come,  ye  that  know  and  fear  the  Lord, 

And  raise  your  souls  above  ; 

Let  every  heart  and  voice  accord 

To  sing  that  —  God  is  love. 

2.  This  precious  truth  His  word  declares, 

And  all  His  mercies  prove  ; 
While  Christ,  the  atoning  Lamb,  appears, 
To  show  that  —  God  is  love. 

3.  Behold,  His  loving  kindness  waits 

For  those  who  from  Him  rove, 
And  calls  of  mercy  reach  their  hearts, 
To  teach  them  —  God  is  love. 

4.  The  work  begun  is  carried  on 

By  power  from  heaven  above  ; 

And  every  step,  from  first  to  last, 

Proclaims  that  —  God  is  love. 

5.  O,  may  we  all,  while  here  below, 

This  best  of  blessings  prove  ; 
Till  warmer  hearts,  in  brighter  worlds, 
Shall  shout  that  —  God  is  love. 

36.  H.  M.  J.  Young. 

God  so  loved  the  world.  — John  3  :  1G. 

1.  O  for  a  shout  of  joy, 

Loud  as  the  theme  we  sing ! 
To  this  divine  employ 

Your  hearts  and  voices  bring ; 
Sound,  sound,  through  all  the  earth  abroad, 
The  love,  the  eternal  love,  of  God. 
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2.  Unnumbered  myriads  stand, 

Of  seraphs  bright  and  fair  ; 
Or  bow  at  His  right  hand, 

And  pay  their  homage  there  ; 
But  strive  in  vain,  with  loudest  chord, 
To  sound  the  wondrous  love  of  God. 

3.  Though  earth  and  hell  assail, 

And  doubts  and  fears  arise, 
The  weakest  shall  prevail, 

And  grasp  the  heavenly  prize, 
And  through  an  endless  age  record 
The  love,  the  unchanging  love,  of  God. 

4.  O  for  a  shout  of  joy, 

Loud  as  the  theme  we  sin£  I 
To  this  divine  employ 

Your  hearts  and  voices  bring ; 
Sound,  sound,  through  all  the  earth  abroad, 
The  love,  the  eternal  love,  of  God. 

37.  C.  M.  Watts. 

The  memory  of  Tiiy  great  goodxess.  — Ps.  145 :  7. 

1.  Sweet  is  the  memory  of  Thy  grace, 

My  God,  my  heavenly  King  ! 
Let  age  to  age  Thy  righteousness 
In  sounds  of  glory  sing. 

2.  God  reigns  on  high,  but  ne'er  confines 

His  goodness  to  the  skies ; 
Through  the  whole  earth  His  bounty  shines, 
And  every  want  supplies. 

3.  With  longing  eyes  Thy  creatures  wait 

On  Thee  for  daily  food  ; 
Thy  liberal  hand  provides  their  meat, 
And  fills  their  mouths  with  good. 
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4.  How  kind  are  Thy  compassions,  Lord ! 

How  slow  Thine  anger  moves  ! 
But  soon  He  sends  His  pardoning  word, 
To  cheer  the  souls  He  loves. 

5.  Creatures,  with  all  their  endless  race, 

Thy  power  and  praise  proclaim ; 
But  saints,  that  taste  Thy  richer  grace, 
Delight  to  bless  Thy  name. 


38. 


C.  P.  M. 


H.  Moore. 


And  peaise  Thy  name  foe  Thy  loving  kindness.  —  Vs.  138:  2. 

1.  My  God,  Thy  boundless  love  I  praise : 
How  bright  on  high  its  glories  blaze  ! 

How  sweetly  bloom  below ! 
It  streams  from  Thine  eternal  throne ; 
Through  heaven  its  joys  forever  run, 

And  o'er  the  earth  they  flow. 

2.  'Tis  love  that  paints  the  purple  morn, 
And  bids  the  clouds,  in  air  upborne, 

Their  genial  drops  distil ; 
In  every  vernal  beam  it  glows, 
It  breathes  in  every  gale  that  blows, 

And  glides  in  every  rill. 

3.  It  robes  in  cheerful  green  the  ground, 
And  pours  its  flowery  beauties  round, 

Whose  sweets  perfume  the  gale  ; 
Its  bounties  richly  spread  the  plain, 
The  blushing  fruit,  the  golden  grain, 

And  smile  on  every  vale. 

4.  But  in  Thy  word  I  see  it  shine 
With  grace  and  glories  more  divine, 

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BEING    AND    PERFECTIONS. 

Proclaiming  sins  forgiven  ; 

There  Faith,  bright  cherub,  points  the  way 
To  realms  of  everlasting  day. 
And  opens  all  her  heaven. 

M 

5.  Then  let  the  love  that  makes  me  blest 
With  cheerful  praise  inspire  my  breast. 

And  ardent  gratitude. 
And  all  my  thoughts  and  passion-  tend 
To  Thee,  my  Father  and  my  Friend, 

My  soul's  eternal  good. 


39.  C.  ML  White. 

Who  is  ovee  all.  — Rom.  0:  5. 

1.  The  Lord  our  God  is  Lord  of  all ; 

His  station  who  can  find  ? 
I  hear  Him  in  the  waterfall ; 
I  hear  Him  in  the  wind. 

2.  If  in  the  gloom  of  night  I  shroud, 

His  face  I  cannot  fly ; 

I  see  Him  in  the  evening  cloud, 
And  in  the  morning  sky. 

3.  He  lives.  He  reigns  in  every  land, 

From  winter's  polar  snow-. 
To  where,  across  the  burning  sand, 
The  blasting  meteor  glows. 

4.  He  smiles,  we  live  :  He  frowns,  we  die ; 

TTe  hang  upon  His  word ; 
He  rears  Hi-  mighty  arm  on  high, 
'We  fall  before  His  sword. 
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He  bids  His  gales  the  fields  deform  ; 

Then,  when  His  thunders  cease, 
He  paints  His  rainbow  on  the  storm, 

And  lulls  the  winds  to  peace. 


GOD.  — CREATION  AND   PROVIDENCE. 
40.  L.  P.  M.  Watts. 

The  heavens  declare  the  glory  of  God.  — Ps.  19  :1. 

1.  Great  God,  the  heavens'  well-ordered  frame 
Declares  the  glories  of  Thy  name ; 

There  Thy  rich  works  of  wonder  shine; 
A  thousand  starry  beauties  there, 
A  thousand  radiant  marks,  appear, 

Of  boundless  power  and  skill  divine. 

2.  From  night  to  day,  from  day  to  night, 
The  dawning  and  the  dying  light 

Lectures  of  heavenly  wisdom  read ; 
With  silent  eloquence  they  raise 
Our  thoughts  to  our  Creator's  praise, 

And  neither  sound  nor  language  need. 

3.  Yet  their  divine  instructions  run 
Far  as  the  journeys  of  the  sun, 

And  every  nation  knows  their  voice ; 
The  sun,  like  some  young  bridegroom  dressed, 
Breaks  from  the  chambers  of  the  east, 

Rolls  round  and  makes  the  earth  rejoice. 

4.  Where'er  he  spreads  his  beams  abroad, 
He  smiles  and  speaks  his  Maker,  God ; 

All  nature  joins  to  show  Thy  praise ; 
Thus  God  in  every  creature  shines ; 
Fair  is  the  book  of  nature's  lines, 

But  fairer  is  Thy  book  of  grace. 
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41.  L.  VL  Addison. 

The  WTMMAMXM?  bHOWZTH  His  uakdy  work.—  Ps.  I 

1.  The  spacious  firmament  on  high, 
"With  all  the  blue,  ethereal  sky. 

And  spangled  heavens,  a  shining  frame, 
Their  great  Original  proclaim. 

2.  The  unwearied  sun,  from  day  to  day, 
Does  his  Creator's  power  display, 
And  publishes  to  every  land 

The  work  of  an  almighty  hand. 

on  as  the  evening  shade-  prevail, 

the  wondrous  tale, 
And  nightly,  to  the  listening  earth, 
Repeats  the  story  of  her  birth ; 

4.  Whilst  all  the  stars  that  round  her  burn, 
And  all  the  planets  in  their  turn, 
Confirm  the  tidings  as  they  roll, 

And  spread  the  truth  from  pole  to  pole. 

5.  What  though  in  solemn  silence  all 
More  round  the  dark,  terrestrial  ball ! 
What  though  no  real  voice  nor  sound 
Amid  their  radiant  orbs  be  found ! 

6.  In  reason's  ear  they  all  rejoice, 
And  utter  forth  a  glorious  voice  ; 
Forever  singing,  as  they  shine, 

u  The  hand  that  made  us  is  divine." 
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42. 


C.  P.  M. 


Smart. 


I  Am  that  I  Am.  —  Ex.  3  :  14. 

1.  We  sing  of  God,  the  mighty  source 
Of  all  things,  the  stupendous  force 

On  which  all  things  depend ; 
From  whose  right  arm,  beneath  whose  eyes, 
All  period,  power,  and  enterprise 

Commence,  and  reign,  and  end. 

2.  The  world,  the  clustering  spheres  He  made, 
The  glorious  light,  the  soothing  shade ; 

Dale,  plain,  and  grove,  and  hill ; 
The  multitudinous  abyss, 
Where  Nature  joys  in  secret  bliss, 

And  Wisdom  hides  her  skill. 

3.  Tell  them  I  Am,  Jehovah  said 

To  Moses,  while  earth  heard  in  dread, 

And  smitten  to  the  heart, 
At  once  above,  beneath,  around, 
All  nature,  without  voice  or  sound, 

Replied,  O  Lord,  Thou  art  ! 


43. 


C.  M. 


Watts. 


The  Lord  by  wisdom  iiath  founded  the  earth.  —  Prov.  3  :  19. 


1.  Eternal  Wisdom,  Thee  we  praise, 

Thee  the  creation  sings ; 
With  Thy  loved  name,  rocks,  hills,  and  seas, 
And  heaven's  high  palace  rings. 

2.  Thy  hand,  how  wide  it  spread  the  sky ! 

How  glorious  to  behold  ! 
Tinged  with  a  blue  of  heavenly  dye, 
And  starred  with  sparkling  gold. 
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Thy  glories  blaze  all  nature  round, 

And  strike  the  gazing  sight, 
Through  skies,  and  seas,  and  solid  ground, 

With  terror  and  delight. 

Infinite  strength,  and  equal  skill, 
Shine  through  the  worlds  abroad ; 

Our  souls  with  vast  amazement  till, 
And  speak  the  Builder  —  God. 


44.  L.  M.  Moore. 

Of  Him, axd  thbocgii  Him,  akd  to  Him  aee  all  'things.  —  Horn.  11 

1.  Tnou  art,  O  God,  the  Life  and  Light 

Of  all  this  wondrous  world  we  see ; 
Its  glow  by  day,  its  smile  by  night, 

Are  but  reflections  caught  from  Thee  ; 
Where'er  we  turn.  Thy  glories  shine, 
And  all  things  fail*  and  bright  are  Thine. 

2.  When  day,  with  farewell  beam,  delays 

Among  the  opening  clouds  of  even, 
And  we  can  almost  think  we  gaze 

Through  golden  vistas  into  heaven, 
Those  hues  that  make  the  sun's  decline 
So  soft,  so  radiant,  Lord,  are  Thine. 

3.  TVhen  night,  with  wings  of  starry  gloom, 

O'ershadows  all  the  earth  and  skies, 
Like  some  dark,  beauteous  bird,  whose  plume 

Is  sparkling  with  unnumbered  eyes, 
That  sacred  gloom,  those  fires  divine, 
So  grand,  so  countless,  Lord,  are  Thine. 
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When  youthful  Spring  around  us  breathes, 
Thy  Spirit  warms  her  fragrant  sigh; 

And  every  flower  that  Summer  wreathes, 
Is  born  beneath  that  kindling  eye ; 

Where'er  we  turn,  Thy  glories  shine, 

And  all  tilings  fail1  and  bright  are  Thine. 


45.  C.  M.  Watts. 

He  iiatii  made  the  earth  by  His  pcvtee.—  Jer.  10  :  12. 

1.  I  sing  the  almighty  power  of  God, 

That  made  the  mountains  rise, 
That  spread  the  flowing  seas  abroad, 
And  built  the  lofty  skies. 

2.  I  sing  the  wisdom  that  ordained 

The  sun  to  rule  the  day ; 
The  moon  shines  full  at  His  command, 
And  all  the  stars  obey. 

3.  I  sing  the  goodness  of  the  Lord, 

That  filled  the  earth  with  food ; 
He  formed  the  creatures  with  His  word, 
And  then  pronounced  them  good. 

4.  Lord,  how  Thy  wonders  are  displayed 

Where'er  I  turn  mine  eye, 
If  I  survey  the  ground  I  tread, 
Or  gaze  upon  the  sky ! 

5.  There's  not  a  plant  or  flower  below 

But  makes  Thy  glories  known ; 
And  clouds  arise,  and  tempests  blow, 
By  order  from  Thy  throne. 

6.  Creatures,  as  numerous  as  they  be, 

Are  subject  to  Thy  care ; 
There's  not  a  place  where  we  can  flee, 
But  God  is  present  there. 
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46.  L.  M.  Peabody. 

All  the  teople  see  His  gloky.  —  r>. 'flf  :  & 

1.  God  of  the  rolling  orbs  above, 

Thy  name  is  written  clearly  bright 
In  the  warm  day's  unvarying  blaze. 

Or  evening's  golden  shower  of  light ; 
For  every  tire  that  fronts  the  sun. 

And  every  spark  that  walks  alone 
Around  the  utmost  verge  of  heaven. 

Were  kindled  at  Thy  burning  tin-one. 

2.  God  of  the  world,  the  hour  must  come, 

And  nature's  self  to  dust  return  ; 
Her  crumbling  altars  must  decay  ; 

Her  incense  tires  shall  cease  to  burn ; 
But  still  her  grand  and  lovely  scenes 

Have  made  man's  warmest  praises  flow  ; 
For  hearts  grow  holier  as  they  trace 

The  beauty  of  the  world  below. 

47.  L.  M.  Sterling. 

Clearly  seex.  —  Rom.  1 :  20. 

1.  Great  God,  who  rear'st  the  mountain's  height, 
And  mak'st  the  cliffs  with  sunshine  bright, 

O,  grant  that  I  may  own  Thy  hand 
Not  less  in  every  grain  of  sand. 

2.  With  forests  huge  of  ancient  time. 
Thy  will  has  hung  each  peak  sublime  ; 
But  withered  leaves  beneath  a  tree 
Have  tongues  that  tell  as  loud  of  Thee. 

3.  In  all  the  immense,  the  strange,  the  old, 
Thy  presence  careless  men  behold ; 

In  all  the  little,  weak,  and  mean. 
By  faith  Thou  art  as  clearly  seen. 
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4.  Teach,  then,  that  not  one  flower  can  grow 
Till  life  from  Thee  within  it  flow ; 

That  not  one  speck  of  dust  can  be, 
0  Fount  of  being,  save  by  Thee. 

5.  So  smallest  bubbles  here  on  earth 
With  us  shall  claim  a  heavenly  birth, 
And  each  faint  atom  floating  by 
Seem  bright  with  the  eternal  eye. 

48.  C.  M.  Berridge. 

The  eabth  is  full  of  tiie  goodness  of  the  Loed.  —  Ps.  S3  :5. 

1.  Thy  goodness,  Lord,  our  souls  confess; 

Thy  goodness  we  adore  ; 
A  spring  whose  blessings  never  fail. 
A  sea  without  a  shore. 

2.  Sun,  moon,  and  stars,  Thy  love  attest 

In  every  golden  ray ; 
Love  draws  the  curtains  of  the  night, 
And  love  returns  the  day. 

3.  Thy  bounty  every  season  crowns 

With  all  the  bliss  it  yields, 
With  joyful  clusters  loads  the  vines, 
With  strengthening  grain  the  fields. 

4.  But  chiefly  Thy  compassions,  Lord, 

Are  in  the  gospel  seen ; 
There,  like  a  sun,  Thy  mercy  shines, 
Without  a  cloud  between. 
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49#  I*  M-  Doddridge. 

O,  TASTE  AND   SEE   THAT  THE  LOED  IS   GOOD.  —  Ps.  04  :  B. 

1.  Triumphant,  Lord,  Thy  goodness  reigns 
Through  all  the  wide,  celestial  plains, 
And  its  full  streams  redundant  flow 
Down  to  the  abodes  of  men  below. 

2.  Through  nature's  works  its  glories  shine ; 
The  cares  of  providence  are  Thine  ; 
And  grace  erects  our  ruined  frame 

A  fairer  temple  to  Thy  name. 

3.  0,  give  to  every  human  heart 

To  taste  and  feel  how  good  Thou  art ; 
With  grateful  love  and  reverend  fear, 
To  know  how  blest  Thy  children  are. 

4.  L,et  nature  burst  into  a  song ; 

Ye  echoing  hills,  the  notes  prolong ; 
Earth,  seas,  and  stars,  your  anthems  raise, 
All  vocal  with  your  Maker's  praise. 

5.  Ye  saints  with  joy  the  theme  pursue  ; 
Its  sweetest  notes  belong  to  you. 
Chose,  by  this  condescending  King, 
Forever  round  His  throne  to  sin^. 


50.  C.  31.  Steele. 

The  earth  shixed  with  His  glop.y.  —  Ezek.  40  :  2. 

1.  Lord,  when  my  raptured  thought  surveys 
Creation's  beauties  o'er. 
All  nature  joins  to  teach  Thy  praise, 
And  bid  my  soul  adore. 
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2.  Where'er  I  turn  my  gazing  eyes, 

Thy  radiant  footsteps  shine  ; 
Ten  thousand  pleasing  wonders  rise, 
And  speak  their  Source  divine. 

3.  On  me  Thy  providence  hath  shone 

With  gentle,  smiling  rays  ; 
O,  let  my  lips  and  life  make  known 
Thy  goodness  and  Thy  praise. 

4.  All-bounteous  Lord,  Thy  grace  impart ; 

O,  teach  me  to  improve 
Thy  gifts,  with  ever-grateful  heart, 
And  crown  them  with  Thy  love. 


51.  s.  M. 

Bless  the  Lord,  O  my  soul.  — Ps.  103  :  2. 


Watts. 


1.  O,  bless  the  Lord,  my  soul ! 

Let  all  within  me  join, 
And  aid  my  tongue  to  bless  His  name, 
Whose  favors  are  divine. 

2.  O,  bless  the  Lord,  my  soul, 

Nor  let  His  mercies  lie 

Forgotten  in  unthankfulness, 

And  without  praises  die. 

3.  'Tis  He  forgives  thy  sins  ; 

'Tis  He  relieves  thy  pain  ; 
'Tis  He  that  heals  thy  sicknesses, 
And  makes  thee  young  again. 

4.  He  crowns  thy  life  with  love, 

When  ransomed  from  the  grave  ; 
He  that  redeemed  my  soul  from  hell 
Hath  sovereign  power  to  save. 
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5.  His  wctadrous  works  and  ways 
He  made  by  Moses  known  ; 

But  sent  the  world  Hi-  troth  and  grace 

By  His  beloved  Son. 


52.  L.  31.  Watts. 

Hlfl  MEECT  EXDUEETII   FOEEVEE.  —  Pi.  MT:L 

1.  Give  thanks  to  God;  He  reigns  above; 
Kind  are  His  thoughts,  His  name  i.-  love  ; 
Hi-  m  ges  past  have  known, 

And  ages  long  to  come  shall  own. 

2.  Let  til-  d  of  the  Lord 
The  wonders  of  Hi-  grace  record; 
ferae],  the  nation  whom  Ho  chose, 
And  rescued  from  their  mighty  £ 

3.  He  feeds  and  clothes  us  all  the  way, 
He  guides  our  lest  we  stray; 
He  guards  as  with  a  powerful  hand, 
And  brings  us  to  the  heavenly  land. 

4.  0.  let  the  saints  with  joy  record 
The  truth  and  goodness  of  the  Lord  ! 

How  great  His  work- !  how  kind  His  ways  ! 
Let  every  tongue  pronounce  His  praise. 

53.  C,  31.  Steele. 

Will  God  ixdeed  dwell  ox  the  earth  ?  — 1  Kir.gs  3:27. 

1.  Eternal  Power !  Almighty  1 1 

AVho  can  approach  Thy  throne  ? 
Accessless  light  is  Thine  abode, 

To  angel  Qye^  unknown. 
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2.  Before  the  radiance  of  Thine  eye 
The  heavens  no  longer  shine, 
And  all  the  glories  of  the  sky 
Are  but  the  shade  of  Thine. 

8.  Great  God  !  and  wilt  Thou  condescend 
To  cast  a  look  below  ? 
To  this  vile  world  Thy  notice  bend, 
These  seats  of  sin  and  woe  ? 

4.  But  O,  to  show  Thy  smiling  face, 

To  bring  Thy  glories  near ; 

Amazing  and  transporting  grace, 

To  dwell  with  mortals  here ! 

5.  How  strange,  how  awful  is  Thy  love ; 

With  trembling  we  adore  ; 
Not  all  the  exalted  minds  above 
Its  wonders  can  explore. 

6.  TThile  golden  harps  and  angel  tongues 

Resound  immortal  lays, 
Great  God,  permit  our  humble  songs 
To  rise  and  mean  Thy  praise. 


54.  L.  M.  Doddridge. 

O  THAT  MEN*  ^OTTLD   PRAISE   THE  LORD  TOR  HlS  GOODXESS.  —  Ps.  107  :  GL 

1.  Ye  sons  of  men,  with  joy  record 
The  various  wonders  of  the  Lord ; 
And  let  His  power  and  goodness  sound 
Through  all  your  tribes,  the  earth  around. 

2.  Let  the  high  heavens  your  songs  invite, 
Those  spacious  fields  of  brilliant  light, 
Where  sun.  and  moon,  and  planets  roll, 
And  stars,  that  glow  from  pole  to  pole. 

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3.  But  0.  that  brighter  world  above, 
Where  lives  and  reigns  Incarnate  Love  ! 
God's  only  Son.  in  flesh  arrayed, 

For  man  a  bleeding  victim  made. 

4.  Thither,  my  soul,  with  rapture  soar ; 
There,  in  the  land  of  praise,  adore ; 
This  theme  demands  an  angel's  lay. 
Demands  an  unde dining  day. 


OO.  C.  M-  Addison. 

ThOU  siialt  ijememdee  all  the  way.—  Deut.  3  :  2. 

1.  When  all  Thy  mercies.  0  my  God, 

My  rising  soul  surveys. 
Transported  with  the  view,  I'm  lost 
In  wonder,  love,  and  praise. 

2.  Unnumbered  comforts  to  my  soul 

Thy  tender  care  bestowed. 
Before  my  infant  heart  conceived 
From  whom  those  comforts  flowed. 

3.  "When,  in  the  slippery  paths  of  youth, 

With  heedless  steps  I  ran. 
Thine  arm,  unseen,  conveyed  me  safe. 
And  led  me  up  to  man. 

4.  When  worn  with  sickness,  oft  hast  Thou 

With  health  renewed  my  face ; 
And  when  in  sins  and  sorrow  sunk, 
Revived  my  soul  with  grace. 

5.  Ten  thousand  thousand  precious  gifts 

My  daily  thanks  employ  ; 
Nor  is  the  least  a  cheerful  heart, 
That  tastes  those  gifts  with  joy. 
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0.  Through  every  period  of  my  life, 

Thy  goodness  I'll  pursue, 
And  after  death,  in  distant  worlds, 
The  glorious  theme  renew. 

7.  Through  all  eternity  to  Thee 
A  joyful  song  I'll  raise ; 
But,  O,  eternity's  too  short 
To  utter  all  Thy  praise. 

56.  7s.  BowmxG. 

He  careth  for  you.  — 1  Pet.  5  :7. 

1.  Father,  Thy  paternal  care 

Has  my  guardian  been,  my  guide ; 
Every  hallowed  wish  and  prayer 

Has  Thy  hand  of  love  supplied ; 
Thine  is  every  thought  of  bliss 

Left  by  hours  and  days  gone  by ; 
Every  hope  Thine  offspring  is, 

Beaming  from  futurity. 

2.  Every  sun  of  splendid  ray, 

Every  moon  that  shines  serene, 
Every  morn  that  welcomes  day, 

Every  evening's  twilight  scene, 
Every  hour  which  wisdom  brings, 

Every  incense  at  Thy  shrine, 
These,  and  all  life's  holiest  things, 

And  its  fairest,  all  are  Thine. 

3.  And  for  all  my  hymns  shall  rise 

Daily  to  Thy  gracious  throne ; 
Thither  let  my  asking  eyes 

Turn,  unwearied,  righteous  One. 
Through  life's  strange  vicissitude, 

There  reposing  all  my  care, 
Trusting  still,  through  ill  and  good, 

Fixed,  and  cheered,  and  counselled  there. 
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57.  S.  fit  Watts. 

AS   A   FATHER   riTIETII  HIS   CHILDREN",  ETC.  —  Pa.  100  :  10. 

1.  My  soul,  repeat  His  praise, 

Whose  mercies  are  so  great ; 
AVliose  anger  is  so  slow  to  rise, 
So  ready  to  abate. 

2.  The  pity  of  the  Lord, 

To  those  that  fear  His  name, 
•Is  such  as  tender  parents  feel: 
He  knows  our  feeble  frame. 

3.  He  knows  we  are  but  dust, 

Scattered  by  every  breath ; 

His  anger,  like  a  rising  wind, 

Can  send  us  swift  to  death. 

4.  Our  days  are  as  the  grass, 

Or  like  the  morning  flower ; 
If  one  sharp  blast  sweep  o'er  the  field, 
It  withers  in  an  hour. 

5.  But  Thy  compassions,  Lord, 

To  endless  years  endure ; 
And  children's  children  ever  find 
Thy  words  of  promise  sure. 

58.  L.  M.  Watts. 

My  HELP  COMETH  FROM   THE   LORD.  —  Ps.  121  :  2. 

1.  He  lives ;  the  everlasting  God, 

That  built  the  world,  that  spread  the  flood ; 
The  heavens,  with  all  their  hosts.  He  made, 
And  the  dark  regions  of  the  dead. 
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2.  He  guides  our  feet,  He  guards  our  way ; 
His  morning  smiles  bless  all  the  day ; 
He  spreads  the  evening  veil  and  keeps 
The  silent  hours  while  Israel  sleeps. 

3.  Israel,  a  name  divinely  blest, 
May  rise  secure,  securely  rest ; 
Thy  holy  Guardian's  wakeful  eyes 
Admit  no  slumber,  nor  surprise. 

Doxology. 

Praise  God,  from  whom  all  blessings  flow ; 
Praise  Him,  all  creatures  here  below ; 
Praise  Him  above,  ye  heavenly  host ; 
Praise  Father,  Son  and  Holy  Ghost. 


59. 


H.  M. 


Watts. 


I  WILL  LIFT  UP  MINE  EYES   UNTO  THE  HILLS.— Ps.  121  :  1. 

1.  Upward  I  lift  mine  eyes ; 

From  God  is  all  my  aid ; 
The  God  who  built  the  skies, 
And  earth  and  nature  made : 
God  is  the  tower 

To  which  I  fly ; 
His  grace  is  nigh 
In  every  hour. 

2.  My  feet  shall  never  slide, 

And  fall  in  fatal  snares ; 
Since  God,  my  Guard  and  Guide, 
Defends  me  from  my  fears. 
Those  wakeful  eyes, 
That  never  sleep, 
Shall  Israel  keep 
When  clangers  rise. 
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3.  No  burning  heats  by  day. 

Ndr  blasts  of  evening  air, 

Shall  take  my  health  away. 
If  God  be  with  me  there  : 
Thou  art  my  sun, 

And  Thou  my  shade, 
To  guard  my  head 
By  night  or  noon. 

4.  Hast  Thou  not  given  Thy  word 

To  save  my  soul  from  death? 
And  I  can  trust  my  Lord 
To  keep  my  mortal  breath ; 
I'll  ^o  and  come, 

Xor  fear  to  die, 
Till  from  on  high 
Thou  call  me  home. 

DOXOLOGY. 

The  universal  King 

Let  all  the  world  proclaim ; 
Let  every  creature  sing 
His  attributes  and  name ! 
Him  Three  in  One, 

And  One  in  Three, 
Extol  to  all 
Eternity. 

60.  L.  ML  Watts 

Orr.  r.EFUGE  and  strength.  —  Ps.  4o  :  1. 

1.  God  is  the  refuge  of  His  saints, 

When  storms  of  sharp  distress  invade  ; 
Ere  we  can  offer  our  complaints. 
Behold  Him  present  with  His  aid. 

2.  Let  mountains  from  their  seats  be  hurled 

Down  to  the  deep  and  buried  there ; 
Convulsions  shake  the  solid  world ; 
Our  faith  shall  never  yield  to  fear. 
4o 


GOD. 

3.  Loud  may  the  troubled  ocean  roar  ; 

In  sacred  peace  our  souls  abide  ; 
While  every  nation,  every  shore, 

Trembles  and  dreads  the  swelling  tide. 

4.  There  is  a  stream,  whose  gentle  flow 

Supplies  the  city  of  our  God ; 
Life,  love  and  joy  still  gliding  through, 
And  watering  our  divine  abode ; 

5.  That  sacred  stream,  Thine  holy  word, 

That  all  our  ra^in^  fear  controls  ; 
Sweet  peace  Thy  promises  afford, 

And  give  new  strength  to  fainting  souls. 

6.  Zion  enjoys  her  Monarch's  love, 

Secure  against  a  threatening  hour ; 
Nor  can  her  firm  foundations  move, 

Built  on  His  truth  and  armed  with  power. 

61.  C.  M.  Tate  &  Brad 

Blessed  is  the  man  that  trustetii  in  Him.  — Ps.  34:  8. 

1.  Through  all  the  changing  scenes  of  life, 

In  trouble  and  in  joy, 
The  praises  of  my  God  shall  still 
My  heart  and  tongue  employ. 

2.  O,  magnify  the  Lord  with  me, 

•  With  me  exalt  His  name ; 
When,  in  distress,  to  Him  I  called, 
He  to  my  rescue  came. 

3.  The  hosts  of  God  encamp  around 

The  dwellings  of  the  just; 
Deliverance  He  affords  to  all 
Who  on  His  succor  trust. 
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4.  0.  make  but  trial  of  His  love, 

Experience  will  decide 
How  blest  they  are.  and  only  they, 
Who  in  His  truth  confide. 

5.  Fear  Him,  ye  saints,  and  you  will  then 

Have  nothing  else  to  tear: 
Make  you  His  service  your  delight, 
He'll  make  your  wants  His  care. 


62.  L.  M.  Addison. 

The  Lord  is  my  Siieviiekd;  I  SHALL  not  \taxt.  — Ps.  23  :  1. 

1.  The  Lord  my  pasture  shall  prepare, 
And  feed  me  with  a  shepherd's  care ; 

His  presence  shall  my  wants  supply. 
And  guard  me  with  a  watchful  eye  ; 
My  noonday  walks  He  shall  attend, 
And  all  my  midnight  hours  defend. 

2.  When  in  the  sultry  glebe  I  faint, 
Or  on  the  thirsty  mountain  pant, 
To  fertile  vales  and  dewy  meads 

My  weary,  wandering  steps  lie  leads ; 
Where  peaceful  rivers,  soft  and  slow, 
Amid  the  verdant  landscape  iiow. 

3.  Though  in  the  paths  of  death  I  tread, 
With  gloomy  horrors  overspread. 
My  steadfast  heart  shall  know  no  ill. 
For  Thou,  O  Lord,  art  with  me  still ; 
Thy  friendly  crook  shall  give  me  aid. 
And  guide  me  through  the  dreadful  shade. 

4.  Though  in  a  bare  and  rugged  way, 
Through  devious,  lonely  wilds  I  strav, 

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GOD. 

Thy  bounty  shall  my  pains  beguile ; 
The  barren  wilderness  shall  smile 
With  sudden  greens  and  herbage  crowned, 
And  streams  shall  murmur  all  around. 

63.  S.  ML  Watts. 

My  cup  burnetii  over.  — Ps.  23  :  5. 

1.  The  Lord  my  Shepherd  is  ; 

I  shall  be  well  supplied ; 
Since  He  is  mine  and  I  am  His, 
What  can  I  want  beside  ? 

2.  He  leads  me  to  the  place 

Where  heavenly  pasture  grows, 
Where  living  waters  gently  pass, 
And  full  salvation  liows. 

3.  If  e'er  I  go  astray. 

He  doth  my  soul  reclaim, 
And  guides  me  in  His  own  right  way, 
For  His  most  holy  name. 

4.  While  He  affords  His  aid, 

I  cannot  yield  to  fear ; 
Though  I  should  walk  through  death's  dark  shade 
My  Shepherd's  with  me  there. 

5.  In  spite  of  all  my  foes, 

Thou  dost  my  table  spread; 
My  cup  with  blessings  overflows, 
And  joy  exalts  my  head. 

6.  The  bounties  of  Thy  love 

Shall  crown  my  following  day- : 
Nor  from  Thy  house  will  I  remove, 
Nor  cease  to  speak  Thy  praise. 
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64.  Us.  Montgomery. 

He  eestoeeth  mv  soul.  —  Ps.  23:  3. 

1.  The  Lord  is  my  Shepherd,  nor  want  shall  I  know; 

I  feed  in  green  pastures  ;  safe  folded  I  rest  ; 
He  leadeth  my  soul  where  the  .-till  water-  flow; 

me  when  wandering,  redeems  when  op- 
pressed. 

2.  Through  the  valley  and  shadow  of  death  though  I 

-tray. 
Since  Thou  art  my  Guardian,  no  evil  I  fear ; 
Thy  rod  shall  defend  me.  Thy  staff  be  my  stay ; 
No  harm  can  befall  with  my  Comforter  near. 

3.  In  the  midst  of  affliction  my  table  is  spread ; 

With  red  my  cup  runneth  o'er; 

With  perfume  and  oil  Thou  anointest  my  head; 

0.  what  shall  I  ask  of  Thy  providence  more  ? 

4.  Let  goodness  and  mercy,  my  bountiful  God. 

Still  follow  my  steps,  till  I  meet  Thee  above; 
I  seek,  by  the  path  which  my  forefathers  trod 
Through  the  land  of  their  sojourn,  Thy  kingdom 
of  love. 

65.  L.  M.  Watts. 

Thou  aet  with  me.  —  Ps.  23  :  4. 

1.  My  Shepherd  is  the  living  Lord ; 

Now  shall  my  wants  be  well  supplied ; 
His  providence  and  holy  word 
Become  my  safety  and  my  guide. 

2.  In  pastures  where  salvation  grow-. 

He  makes  me  feed.  He  makes  me  rest ; 
There  living  water  gently  flows. 
And  all  the  food's  divinely  West 
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3.  My  wandering  feet  His  ways  mi-take, 

But  He  restores  my  soul  to  peace, 

And  leads  me,  for  His  mercy's  sake, 

In  the  fair  paths  of  righteousness, 

4.  Though  I  walk  through  the  gloomy  vale, 

Where  death  and  all  its  terrors  are, 
My  heart  and  hope  shall  never  fail, 
For  God,  my  Shepherd's  with  me  there. 


66. 


lis  &  10s. 


Thy  rod  axd  Thy  staff  they  comfort  me.  — Ps.  23:  4. 

1.  The  Lord  is  my  Shepherd;  He  makes  me  repose 

Where  the  pastures  in  beauty  are  growing ; 

He  leads  me  afar  from  the  world  and  its  woes, 

Where  in  peace  the  still  waters  are  flowing. 

2.  He  strengthens  my  spirit,  He  shows  me  the  path 

Where  the  arms  of  His  love  shall  enfold  me  ; 
And  when  I  walk  through  the  dark  valley  of  death, 
There  His  rod  and  His  staff  will  uphold  me. 


67. 


C.  M. 


Watts. 


TnE  Lord  is  tuy  Keeper.  — Ps.  121:  5. 

1.  To  heaven  I  lift  my  waiting  eyes ; 

There  all  my  hopes  are  laid  ; 
The  Lord,  that  built  the  earth  and  skies, 
Is  my  perpetual  aid. 

2.  Their  feet  shall  never  slide  to  fall, 

Whom  He  designs  to  keep ; 
His  ear  attends  the  softest  eall, 
His  eyes  ean  never  sleep. 
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3.  Israel,  rejoice  and  rest  secure; 

Thy  Keeper  is  the  Lord  ; 

His  wakeful  eyes  employ  His  power 
For  thine  eternal  guard. 

4.  He  guards  thy  soul.  He  keeps  thy  breath, 

Where  thickest  dangers  come  ; 
Go  and  return,  secure  from  death, 
Till  God  commands  thee  home. 


68.  L.  ML  Watts. 

Teemble,  teoc  eaetii,  at  the  pf.esexce  of  the  Lor.D.  —  Ps.  114 :  7. 

1.  When  Israel,  freed  from  Pharaoh's  hand, 
Left  the  proud  tyrant  and  his  land, 

The  tribes  with  cheerful  homage  own 
Their  King ;  and  Judah  was  His  throne. 

2.  Across  the  deep  their  journey  lay  ; 
The  deep  divides  to  make  them  way ; 
Jordan  beheld  their  march  and  fled 
With  backward  current  to  his  head. 

3.  The  mountains  shook  like  frighted  sheep, 
Like  lambs  the  little  hillocks  leap ; 

Not  Sinai  on  her  base  could  stand. 
Conscious  of  sovereign  power  at  hand. 

4.  What  power  could  make  the  deep  divide  ? 
Make  Jordan  backward  roll  his  tide  ? 
Why  did  ye  leap,  ye  little  hills  ? 

And  whence  the  fright  that  Sinai  feels  ? 

5.  Let  every  mountain,  every  flood. 
Retire,  and  know  the  approaching  God, 
The  King  of  Israel ;  see  Him  here ! 
Tremble,  thou  earth,  adore  and  fear. 

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G.  He  thunders ;  and  all  nature  mourns ; 
The  rock  to  standing  pools  He  turns  ; 
Flints  spring  with  fountains  at  His  word, 
And  fires  and  seas  confess  the  Lord. 


69.  C.  31.  Watts. 

I  WILL   UPHOLD   TUEE.— Is.  41:  10. 

1.  Once  more,  my  soul,  the  rising  day 

Salutes  thy  waking  eyes  ; 
Once  more,  my  voice,  thy  tribute  pay 
To  Him  that  rules  the  skies. 

2.  Night  unto  night  His  name  repeats, 

The  day  renews  the  sound, 
\Yide  as  the  heaven  on  which  He  sits 
To  turn  the  seasons  round. 

3.  'Tis  He  supports  my  mortal  frame ; 

My  tongue  shall  speak  His  praise ; 
My  sins  would  rouse  His  wrath  to  flame, 
And  yet  His  wrath  delays. 

4.  Dear  God,  let  all  my  hours  be  Thine, 

While  I  enjoy  the  light ; 
Then  shall  my  sun  in  smiles  decline, 
And  bring  a  pleasant  night. 

Doxology. 

To  praise  the  Father,  and  the  Son, 

And  Spirit  all  divine. 
The  One  in  Three,  and  Three  in  One, 

Let  saints  and  angels  join. 


CREATION    AND    TROVIDENCE. 

70.  L.  M.  Watts. 

Thou,  Lord,  only  makest  me  dwell  ix  safety.  — Ps.  4  :  S. 

1.  Thus  far  the  Lord  has  led  me  on. 

Thus  far  His  power  prolongs  my  days ; 
And  every  evening  shall  make  known 
Some  fresh  memorial  of  His  grace. 

2.  Much  of  my  time  has  run  to  waste, 

And  I  perhaps  am  near  my  home ; 
But  He  forgives  my  follies  past ; 

He  gives  me  strength  for  days  to  come. 

3.  I  lay  my  body  down  to  sleep ; 

Peace  is  the  pillow  for  my  head ; 
While  well-appointed  angels  keep 

Their  watchful  stations  round  my  bed. 

4.  Thus,  when  the  night  of  death  shall  come, 

My  flesh  shall  rest  beneath  the  ground, 
And  wait  Thy  voice  to  rouse  my  tomb, 
With  sweet  salvation  in  the  sound. 


71.  L.  M.  Watts. 

He  peeserveth  the  souls  of  His  saints.  — Ps.  07:10. 

1.  The  Almighty  reigns,  exalted  high, 
O'er  all  the  earth,  o'er  all  the  sky ; 
Though  clouds  and  darkness  veil  His  feet, 
His  dwelling  is  the  mercy  seat. 

2.  0  ye  that  love  His  holy  name, 
Hate  every  work  of  sin  and  shame ; 
He  guards  the  souls  of  all  His  friends, 
And  from  the  snares  of  hell  defends. 

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3.  Immortal  light  and  joys  unknown, 
Are  for  the  saints  in  darkness  sown ; 
These  glorious  seeds  shall  spring  and  rise, 
And  the  bright  harvest  bless  our  cy^<. 

4.  Rejoice,  ye  righteous,  and  record 
The  sacred  honors  of  the  Lord ; 
None  but  the  soul  that  feels  His  grace 
Can  triumph  in  His  holiness. 

72.  c.  p.  M. 

He  hath  made  -\vitii  me  an  everlasting  covenant.— 2  Sam.  23:  5. 

1.  Now  for  a  hymn  of  praise  to  God  ! 
Ye  trophies  of  a  Saviours  blood, 

Join  the  sweet  choir  above ; 
All  your  harmonious  accents  bring, 
Wake  every  high,  celestial  string, 

To  chant  redeeming  love. 

2.  Ere  God  pronounced  creation  good, 
Or  bade  the  vast,  unbounded  flood 

Through  fixed  channels  run ; 
Ere  light  from  ancient  chaos  sprung, 
Or  angels  earth's  formation  sung, 

He  chose  us  in  His  Son. 

3.  Then  was  the  covenant  ordered  sure, 
Through  endless  ages  to  endure, 

By  Israel's  triune  God ; 
That  none  His  covenant  might  evade, 
With  oaths  and  promises  'twas  made, 

And  ratified  in  blood. 

4.  God  is  the  refuge  of  my  soul, 

Though  tempests  rage,  though  billows  roll, 
And  hellish  powers  assail ; 
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Eternal  walls  are  my  defence  ; 
Environed  with  Omnipotence, 
What  foe  can  e'er  prevail  ? 

5.  Then  let  infernal  legions  roar, 

And  waste  their  cursed,  vengeful  power ; 

My  soul  their  wrath  disdains ; 
In  God.  ray  refuge,  I'm  secure, 
While  covenant  promises  endure, 

Or  my  Redeemer  reigns. 


73.  C.  31.  Watts. 

God  is  faithful.  — 1  Cor.  1:  0. 

1.  Begin,  my  tongue,  some  heavenly  theme, 

And  speak  some  boundless  thing ; 
The  mighty  work-,  or  mightier  name, 
Of  our  eternal  King. 

2.  Tell  of  His  wondrous  faithfulness, 

And  sound  His  power  abroad  ; 
Sing  the  sweet  promise  of  His  grace, 
And  the  performing  God. 

3.  Engraved  as  in  eternal  brass, 

The  mighty  promise  shines ; 
Nor  can  the  powers  of  darkness  raze 
Those  everlasting  lines. 

4.  His  very  word  of  grace  is  strong 

As  that  which  built  the  skies ; 
The  voice  that  rolls  the  stars  along 
Speaks  all  the  promises. 

5.  O,  might  I  hear  Thine  heavenly  tongue 

But  whisper,  Thou  art  mine ! 
Those  gentle  words  should  raise  my  song 
To  notes  almost  divine. 


GOD. 
74.  lis.  KlRKITAM. 

I  WILL  BTKTKJI  LEAVE   THEE,  1TOB  FORSAKE   TnEE.  — Ileb.  13  :  5. 

1.  How  firm  a  foundation,  ye  saints  of  the  Lord, 
Is  laid  for  your  faith  in  His  excellent  word ! 
What  more  can  He  say  than  to  you  He  hath  said  ? 
You  who  unto  Jesus  for  refuge  have  lied. 

2.  In  every  condition,  —  in  sickness,  in  health, 
In  poverty's  vale,  or  abounding  in  wealth, 

At  home  and  abroad,  on  the  land,  on  the  sea,  — 
"As  thy  days  may  demand  shall  thy  strength  ever  be. 

3.  "  Fear  not ;  I  am  with  thee  ;  O,  be  not  dismayed  ; 
I,  I  am  thy  God,  and  will  still  give  thee  aid ; 

Til  strengthen  thee,  help  thee,  and  cause  thee  to  stand, 
Upheld  by  My  righteous,  omnipotent  hand. 

4    "  When  through  fiery  trials  thy  pathway  shall  lie, 
My  grace  all  sufficient  shall  be  thy  supply ; 
The  iiame  shall  not  hurt  thee ;  I  only  design 
Thy  dross  to  consume,  and  thy  gold  to  refine. 

5.  "  Even  down  to  old  age,  all  My  people  shall  prove 
My  sovereign,  eternal,  unchangeable  love  ; 

And  when  hoary  hairs  shall  their  temples  adorn, 
Like  lambs  they  shall  still  hi  My  bosom  be  borne. 

6.  "  The  soul  that  on  Jesus  hath  leaned  for  repose, 
I  will  not,  I  will  not  desert  to  his  foes ; 

That  soul,  though  all  hell  should  endeavor  to  shake, 
I'll  never  —  no,  never  —  no,  never  forsake." 
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75.  C.  M.        Tate  &  Brady. 

The  Loep  is  my  Rock.  —  Vs.  IS:  2. 

1.  Xo  change  of  time  shall  ever  shock 

My  trust.  O  Lord,  in  Thee  : 
For  Thou  hast  always  been  my  Hock,  — 
A  sure  Defence  to  me. 

2.  Thou  our  Deliverer  art.  0  God  ; 

Our  trust  is  in  Thy  power  ; 
Thou  art  our  Shield  from  foes  abroad, 
Our  Safeguard,  and  our  Tower. 

3.  To  Thee  will  we  address  our  prayer, 

To  whom  all  praise  we  owe ; 
So  shall  we.  by  Thy  watchful  care, 
Be  saved  from  every  foe. 

4.  Then  let  Jehovah  be  adored. 

On  whom  our  hopes  depend ; 
For  who.  except  the  mighty  Lord, 
His  people  can  defend  ? 

76.  12s  &  lis.  Young. 

The  Loed  is  my  Poetiox.  —  Lain.  3:  24. 

1.  \Vhile  Thou.  0  my  God,,  art  my  Help  and  Defender, 

Xo  cares  can  o'erwhelm  me.  no  terrors  appall: 
The  wiles  and  the  snares  of  this  world  will  but  render 
More  lively  my  hope  in  my  God  and  my  all. 

2.  Yes,  Thou  art  my  Refuge  in  sorrow  and  danger ; 

My  Strength  when  I  suffer,  my  Hope  when  I  tail ; 
My  Comfort  and  Joy  in  this  land  of  the  stranger ; 
My  Treasure,  my  Glory,  my  God.  and  my  all. 

3.  To  Thee,  dearest  Lord,  will  I  turn  without  ceasing, 

Though  grief  may  oppress  me.  or  sorrow  befall, 
And  love  Thee  till  death  my  blest  spirit  releasing, 
Secures  to  me  Jesus,  my  God  and  my  all. 

57  " 


GOD. 


And  when  Thou  demandest  the  life  Thou  hast  given, 
With  joy  will  I  answer  Thy  merciful  call. 

And  quit  Thee  on  earth  but  to  find  Thee  in  heaven, 
My  Portion  forever,  my  God  and  my  all. 


77.  L.  M.  Goode. 

The  Loed  shall  judge  the  people.  — Ps.  7  :  8. 

1.  The  Lord  is  Judge  ;  before  His  throne 
All  nations  shall  His  justice  own  ; 

O,  may  my  soul  be  found  sincere, 

And  stand  approved  with  courage  there. 

2.  The  Lord,  in  righteousness  arrayed. 
Surveys  the  world  His  hands  have  made ; 
Pierces  the  heart,  and  tries  the  reins, 
And  judgment  from  on  high  ordains. 

3.  My  God,  my  Shield,  around  me  place 
The  shelter  of  the  Saviour's  grace ; 
Then,  when  Thine  arm  the  just  shall  save, 
^Ly  life  shall  triumph  o'er  the  grave. 

78.  C.    M.  COTVPEK. 

Tht  judgments  are  a  gkeat  deep.  —  Ps.  3G :  6. 

1.  God  moves  in  a  mysterious  way 

His  wonders  to  perform  ; 
He  plants  His  footsteps  in  the  sea, 
And  rides  upon  the  storm. 

2.  Deep  in  unfathomable  mines 

Of  never-failing  skill. 
He  treasures  up  His  bright  designs, 
And  works  His  sovereign  will. 
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3.  Ye  fearfiil  saints,  fresh  courage  take  ; 

The  cloud-  ye  so  much  dread 
Are  big  with  mercy,  and  shall  break 
In  blessings  on  your  head. 

4.  Judge  not  the  Lord  by  feeble  sense, 

But  trust  Him  for  His  grace  ; 
Behind  a  frowning  providence, 
He  hides  a  smiling  face. 

5.  His  purposes  will  ripen  fast, 

Unfolding  every  hour ; 
The  bud  may  have  a  bitter  taste, 
But  sweet  will  be  the  flower. 

6.  Blind  unbelief  i-  sure  to  err. 

And  scan  His  work  in  vain  ; 
God  is  His  own  Interpreter. 
And  He  will  make  it  plain. 

79.  L.  M.         Eippon's  Coll. 

SO  ARE  MY  WATS   HIGHER  THAN  TOUR  -WAYS.  — I?,  55  :  0. 

1.  Thy  ways.  O  Lord,  with  wise  design, 

Are  framed  upon  Thy  throne  above, 
And  every  dark  or  bending  line 
Meets  hi  the  centre  of  Thy  love. 

2.  My  favored  soul  shall  meekly  learn 

To  lay  her  reason  at  Thy  throne ; 
Too  weak  Thy  secrets  to  discern, 
Til  trust  Thee  for  my  guide  alone. 

DOXOLOGT. 

To  God.  the  Father  and  the  Son, 
All  honor,  praise,  and  glory  be 

"With  Holy  Spirit.  Three  in  One, 
Now  and  through  all  eternity. 
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GOD. 


GOD.  — ADORATION   AXD   PKAISE. 

80.  S.    M.  MONTCOMKKY. 
Stand  up  and  bless  the  Lord  your  God.  — Xeh.  9:  5. 

1.  Stand  up  and  bless  the  Lord, 

Ye  people  of  His  choice  ! 
Stand  up  and  bless  the  Lord  your  God, 
With  heart,  and  soul,  and  voice. 

2.  Though  high  above  all  praise, 

Above  all  blessing  high, 
"Who  would  not  fear  His  holy  name, 
And  laud  and  magnify  ? 

3.  0  for  the  living  flame 

From  His  own  altar  brought, 
To  touch  our  lips,  oar  minds  inspire, 
And  win£  to  heaven  our  thought. 

4.  God  is  our  strength  and  song, 

And  His  salvation  ours ; 
Then  be  His  love  in  Christ  proclaimed, 
With  all  our  ransomed  powers. 

5.  Stand  up  and  bless  the  Lord ; 

The  Lord,  your  God,  adore ; 
Stand  up  and  bless  His  glorious  name, 
Henceforth,  forevermore. 

81.  7s.  Barbauld. 

TYe  tiiaxk  TnEE,  axd  praise  Thy  glorious  xame.-  1  Chron.  29:  13. 

1.  Praise  to  God,  immortal  praise, 
For  the  love  that  crowns  our  days : 
Bounteous  source  of  every  joy, 
Let  Thy  praise  our  tongues  employ  ; 
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2.  For  the  blessings  of  the  field, 
For  the  stores  the  gardens  yield, 
For  the  vine's  exalted  juice, 
For  the  generous  olive's  use. 

3.  Flocks  that  whiten  all  the  plain, 
Yellow  sheaves  of  ripened  grain. 
Clouds  that  drop  their  fattening  dews, 
Suns,  that  temperate  warmth  diffuse ; 

4.  All  that  spring,  with  bounteous  hand, 
Scatters  o'er  the  smiling  land ; 

All  that  liberal  autumn  pours 
From  her  rich  o'erilowing  stores  ; 

5.  These  to  Thee,  O  God,  we  owe, 
Source  whence  all  our  blessings  flow ! 
And  for  these  my  soul  shall  raise 
Grateful  vows  and  solemn  praise. 

82.  C.  M.  Howe. 

Praise  te  Him,  all  His  hosts.  — Ps.  148  :  2. 

1.  Begin  the  high,  celestial  strain, 

My  raptured  soul,  and  sing 
A  sacred  hymn  of  grateful  praise 
To  heaven's  Almighty  King. 

2.  Ye  curling  fountains,  as  ye  roll 

Your  silver  waves  along, 
Repeat  to  all  your  verdant  shores 
The  subject  of  the  song. 

3.  Bear  it,  ye  breezes,  on  your  wings, 

To  distant  climes  away, 
And  round  the  wide-extended  world 
The  lofty  theme  convey. 
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4.  Take  up  the  burden  of  His  name, 

Ye  clouds,  as  ye  arise, 
To  deck  with  gold  the  opening  morn, 
Or  shade  the  evening  skies. 

5.  Long  let  it  warble  round  the  spheres, 

And  echo  through  the  sky  ; 
Let  angels,  with  immortal  skill, 
Improve  the  harmony ; 

6.  TThile  we,  with  sacred  rapture  fired, 

The  blest  Creator  sing, 
And  chant  our  consecrated  lays 
To  heaven's  eternal  King. 

83,  L.  M.        Tate  cSc  Brady. 

Be  Tnou  exalted,  O  God,  above  the  iieavexs.  —  Ps.  57:  o. 

1.  Be  Thou,  O  God,  exalted  high ; 
And,  as  Thy  glory  tills  the  sky. 
So  let  it  be  on  earth  displayed. 

Till  Thou  art  here,  as  there,  obeyed. 

2.  O  God,  my  heart  is  fixed  —  'tis  bent, 
Its  thankful  tribute  to  present ; 

And,  with  my  heart,  my  voice  I'll  raise 
To  Thee,  my  God,  in  songs  of  praise. 

3.  Thy  praises,  Lord,  I  will  resound 
To  all  the  listening  nations  round ; 
Thy  mercy  highest  heaven  transcends, 
Thy  truth  beyond  the  clouds  extends, 

4.  Be  Thou,  O  God,  exalted  high  ; 
And,  as  Thy  glory  tills  the  sky, 
So  let  it  be  on  earth  displayed. 

Till  Thou  art  here,  as  there,  obeyed. 

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84.  C.  21.       Tate  &  Brady. 

I  WILL   EE   GLAD   AJTD   EEJOICE   IX   THEE.  —  Vs.  'j  :  2. 

1.  To  celebrate  Thy  praise.  O  Lord, 

I  will  my  heart  prepare  ; 
To  all  the  listening  world,  Thy  works, 
Thy  wondrous  works,  declare. 

2.  The  thought  of  them  shall  to  my  soul 

Exalted  pleasures  bring ; 
While  to  Thy  name,  O  Thou  Most  High, 
Triumphant  praise  I  sing. 

3.  God  is  a  constant,  sure  defence 

Against  oppressing  rage ; 
As  troubles  rise,  His  needful  aids 
In  our  behalf  engage. 

4.  To  celebrate  Thy  praise,  O  Lord, 

I  will  my  heart  prepare  ; 
To  all  the  listening  world.  Thy  works, 
Thy  wondrous  works,  declare. 

85.  fe,  8s  &  4s.  Oliver. 

The  God  of  Abeaham.  —  Ex.  3:  15. 

1.  The  God  of  Abraham  praise, 

TYho  reigns  enthroned  above : 
Ancient  of  everlasting  days, 
And  God  of  love  : 
Jehovah,  great  I  Am  ! 

By  earth  and  heaven  confessed ; 
I  bow  and  bless  the  sacred  name, 
Forever  blessed. 
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2.  The  God  of  Abraham  praise, 

At  whose  supreme  command 
From  earth  I  rise,  and  seek  the  joys 
At  His  right  hand : 
I  all  on  earth  forsake, 

Its  wisdom,  fame,  and  power ; 
And  Him  my  only  portion  make, 
My  shield  and  tower. 

3.  The  God  of  Abraham  praise, 

Whose  all-sufficient  grace 
Shall  guide  me  all  my  happy  days 
In  all  His  ways : 
He  calls  a  worm  His  friend ! 
He  calls  Himself  my  God ! 
And  He  shall  save  me  to  the  end 
Through  Jesus'  blood. 

4.  He  by  Himself  hath  sworn,  — 

I  on  His  oath  depend,  — 
I  shall,  on  eagle's  wings  upborne, 
To  heaven  ascend : 
I  shall  behold  His  face, 
I  shall  His  power  adore, 
And  sing  the  wonders  of  His  grace 
For  evermore. 


86.  S.  M.  Watts. 

The  praise  of  all  His  saints. —Ps.  143  :  14. 

1.  Let  every  creature  join 

To  praise  the  eternal  God ; 
Ye  heavenly  hosts,  the  song  begin, 
And  sound  His  name  abroad. 

2.  Thou  sun,  with  golden  beams, 

And  moon,  with  paler  rays, 
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Ye  starry  lights,  ye  twinkling  flames, 
Shine  to  your  Maker's  praise. 

3.  He  built  those  worlds  above, 

And  fixed  their  wondrous  frame  ; 
By  His  command  they  stand  or  move, 
And  ever  speak  His  name. 

4.  Ye  vapors,  when  ye  rise, 

Or  fall  in  showers  of  snow, 
Ye  thunders,  murmuring  round  the  skies> 
His  power  and  glory  show. 

5.  Wind,  hail,  and  flashing  fire 

Agree  to  praise  the  Lord, 
When  ye  in  dreadful  storms  conspire 
To  execute  His  word. 

6.  By  all  His  works  above 

His  honors  be  expressed  ; 
But  saints,  that  taste  His  saving  love, 
Should  sing  His  praises  best. 


87.  C.  M.  Wardlaw. 

Lift  up  thy  toice  with  steexgth.  — Is.  40 :  9. 

1.  Lift  up  to  God  the  voice  of  praise, 

Whose  breath  our  souls  inspired ; 
Loud  and  more  loud  the  anthems  raise, 
With  grateful  ardor  fired. 

2.  Lift  up  to  God  the  voice  of  praise, 

Whose  goodness,  passing  thought, 
Loads  every  minute,  as  its  flies, 
With  benefits  unsought. 
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3.  Lift  up  to  God  the  voice  of  praise, 

From  whom  salvation  flows, 
Who  sent  His  Son  our  souls  to  save 
From  everlasting  woes. 

4.  Lift  up  to  God  the  voice  of  praise, 

For  hope's  transporting  ray, 
Which  lights,  through  darkest  shades  of  death. 
To  realms  of  endless  day. 

DOXOLOGY. 

To  God  the  Father  glory  be, 

And  to  His  only  Son  ; 
The  same,  O  Holy  Ghost,  to  Thee, 

While  ceaseless  ages  run. 


88.  C.  M.  Watts. 

Make  a  joyful  xoise  uxto  tiie  Lord.  — Ps.  93:  4. 

1.  To  our  Almighty  Maker,  God, 

New  honors  be  addressed  ; 
His  great  salvation  shines  abroad, 
And  makes  the  nations  blessed. 

2.  He  spoke  the  word  to  Abraham  first, 

His  truth  fulfils  His  grace : 
The  Gentiles  make  His  name  their  trust, 
And  learn  His  righteousness. 

3.  Let  the  whole  earth  His  love  proclaim, 

With  all  her  different  tongues, 
And  spread  the  honors  of  His  name 
Li  melody  and  songs. 
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ADORATION"    AND    PBAISE. 

89.  4s,  7s,  &  8s-       Bible  H.  Book. 

PEAJ5E   YE   HlM,   ALL  IIlS   A>'GELS.  —  Ps.  Hi  i  % 

1.  Angels  holy. 
High  and  lowly. 

Sing  the  praises  of  the  Lord  ! 

Earth  and  fcky,  all  living  nature, 

Man.  the  stamp  of  thy  Creator, 
Praise  ye.  praise  ye  God  the  Lord. 

2.  Eoek  and  high  land, 
Wood  and  island, 

Crag  where  eagle's  pride  hath  soared ; 
Mighty  mountain,  purple-breasted, 

Peaks  cloud-cleaving,  snowy-civsted, 
Praise  ye,  praise  ye  God  the  Lord. 

3.  Polling  river. 
Praise  Him  ever, 

From  the  mountain's  deep  vein  poured  ; 
Silver  fountain  clearly  gushing. 
Troubled  torrent  madly  rushing, 

Praise  ye,  praise  ye  God  the  Lord. 

4.  Bond  and  free  men, 
Land  and  seamen. 

Earth  with  peoples  widely  stored ; 
Woodman  lone,  in  prairies  ample, 
Full-voiced  choir  in  costly  temple, 

Praise  ye,  praise  ye  God  the  Lord. 

5.  Praise  Him  ever, 
Bounteous  Giver, 

Praise  Him.  Saviour.  Friend,  and  Lord ; 

Each  glad  soul  its  free  course  winging, 

His  salvation  ever  singing. 
Praise  the  great,  the  mighty  Lord. 
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90.  L.  M.  Livingstone. 

Bless  the  Lokd,  O  mt  soul,  a.vd  forget  xot  all  IIis  benefits. 

*Ps.  1(XJ:2. 

1.  My  soul,  with  humble  fervor  raise 
To  God  the  voice  of  grateful  praise ; 
And  every  mental  power  combine, 
To  bless  His  attributes  divine. 

2.  Deep  on  my  heart  let  memory  trace 
His  acts  of  mercy  and  of  grace ; 
Who,  with  a  Father's  tender  care, 
Saved  me  when  sinking  in  despair ; 

3.  Gave  my  repentant  soul  to  prove 
The  joy  of  His  forgiving  love ; 
Poured  balm  into  my  bleeding  breast, 
And  led  my  weary  feet  to  rest. 


91.  L.  M.  Watts. 

I  WILL   SIXG  A>"D   GIVE   FRAISE.  —  Ps.  57  :  7. 

1.  My  God,  in  whom  are  all  the  springs 

Of  boundless  love  and  grace  unknown, 
Hide  me  beneath  Thy  spreading  wings, 
Till  the  dark  cloud  is  overblown. 

2.  Up  to  the  heavens  I  send  my  cry ; 

The  Lord  will  my  desires  perform ; 
He  sends  His  angels  from  the  sky, 

And  saves  me  from  the  threatening  storm. 

3.  Be  Thou  exalted,  O  my  God, 

Above  the  heavens  where  angels  dwell ; 
Thy  power  on  earth  be  known  abroad, 
And  land  to  land  Thy  wonders  tell. 


ADORATION    AND    PRAISE. 

4.  My  heart  is  fixed :  my  song  shall  raise 

Immortal  honors  to  Thy  name  : 
Awake,  my  tongue,  to  sound  His  praise, 
My  tongue,  the  glory  of  my  frame. 

5.  High  o'er  the  earth  His  mercy  reigns, 

And  reaches  to  the  utmost  sky ; 
His  truth  to  endless  years  remains. 
When  lower  worlds  dissolve  and  die. 

6.  Be  Thou  exalted.  O  my  God, 

Above  the  heavens  where  angels  dwell ; 
Thy  power  on  earth  be  known  abroad, 
And  land  to  land  Thy  wonders  tell. 

92.  H.  ML  Watts. 

HIS   XAME   ALONE    IS   EXCELLENT.  —  Ts.  US  :  13. 

1.  Ye  tribes  of  Adam,  join 

With  heaven,  and  earth,  and  seas, 
And  offer  notes  divine 
To  your  Creator's  praise. 


Ye  holy  throng 
Of  angels  bright, 


In  worlds  of  light 
Be  sin  the  song. 


2.  Thou  sun.  with  dazzling  rays. 

And  moon,  that  rul'st  the  night, 
Shine  to  your  Maker's  praise. 
With  stars  of  twinkling  light. 


His  power  deelare, 
Ye  Hoods  on  high, 


And  clouds  that  fly 
In  empty  air. 


3.  The  shining  worlds  above 
In  glorious  order  stand  ; 
Or  in  swift  eourses  move. 
By  His  supreme  command. 


He  spake  the  word, 
And  all  their  frame 


From  nothing  came 
To  praise  the  Lord. 


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Ye  vapors,  hail,  and  snow, 

Praise  ye  the  Almighty  Lord, 
And  stormy  winds  that  blow 
To  execute  His  word. 


When  lightnings  shine, 
Or  thunders  roar, 


Let  earth  adore 
His  hand  divine 


Let  all  the  nations  fear 

The  God  that  rules  above ; 

He  brings  His  people  near, 

And  makes  them  taste  His  love. 


While  earth  and  sky 
Attempt  His  praise, 


His  saints  shall  raise 
His  honors  hi^h. 


93 #  C.  M.  Steele. 

I  WILL  GIVE   THANKS   UNTO   TlIEE   FOEEYEE.— -Ps.  30  :  12. 

1.  Come,  O  ye  saints,  your  voices  raise 

To  God,  in  grateful  songs ; 
And  let  the  memory  of  His  grace 
Inspire  your  hearts  and  tongues. 

2.  Her  deepest  gloom,  when  sorrow  spreads, 

And  light  and  hope  depart, 
His  smile  celestial  morning  sheds, 
And  joy  revives  the  heart. 

3.  Hear.  0  my  God,  in  mercy  hear ; 

Attend  my  plaintive  cry ; 
Be  Thou,  my  gracious  Helper,  near, 
And  bid  my  sorrows  fly. 

4.  Again  T  hear  Thy  voice  divine ; 

New  joys  exulting  bound  ; 
My  robes  of  mourning  I  resign. 
And  gladness  girds  me  round. 
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To  Thee,  my  gracious  (rod.  I  raise 
My  thankful  heart  and  tongue ; 

O  be  Thy  goodnfess  and  Thy  praise 
AIy  everlasting  song. 


94 #  L.  M.  Watts. 

Sing  ye  ff.aises.— P*.  47  .-  7. 

1.  Dp  to  the  Lord,  that  reigns  on  high, 

And.  views  the  nations  from  afar, 
Let  everlasting  praises  fly. 

And  tell  how  large  His  bounties  are. 

2.  He  that  can  shake  the  worlds  He  made, 

Or  with  His  word,  or  with  His  rod, 
Hi-  goodness,  how  amazing  great, 
And  what  a  condescending  God  ! 

3.  Our  sorrows  and  our  tears  we  pour 

Into  the  bosom  of  our  God ; 

He  hears  us  in  the  mournful  hour. 

And  helps  to  bear  the  heavy  load. 

4.  O,  could  our  thankful  heart-  devise 

A  tribute  equal  to  Thy  grace. 
To  the  third  heaven  our  songs  should  rise, 

And  teach  the  golden  harp-  Thy  praise. 

95.  L.  M.  Watts. 

The  glohy  of  God  jx  the  face  of  Jesus  Cnp.isx.  —  2  Cor.  4 :  0. 

1.  Now  to  the  Lord  a  noble  song! 

Awake,  my  soul :  awake,  my  tongue  ; 
Hosanna  to  the  eternal  name. 
And  all  His  boundless  love  proclaim. 
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2.  See  where  it  shines  in  Jesus'  face. 
The  brightest  image  of  Has  grace; 
God,  in  the  person  of  His  Son. 
Has  all  His  mightiest  works  outdone. 

o.  The  spacious  earth,  and  spreading  flood, 
Proclaim  the  wise  and  powerful  God ; 
And  Thy  rich  glories  from  afar 
Sparkle  in  every  rolling  star. 

4.  But  in  His  looks  a  glory  stands. 
The  noblest  labor  of  Thine  hand- ; 
The  pleasing  lustre  of  His  eyes 
Outshines  the  wonders  of  the  skies. 

5.  Grace  !  'tis  a  sweet,  a  charming  theme ; 
My  thoughts  rejoice  at  Jesus'  name ; 
Ye  angels,  dwell  upon  the  sound ; 

Ye  heavens,  reflect  it  to  the  ground. 

6.  0.  may  I  live  to  reach  the  place 
Where  He  nnveils  His  lovely  face  ; 
Where  all  His  beauties  you  behold, 
And  sing  His  name  to  harps  of  gold. 

96.  Cs  &  7s. 

PEAISE   THE  LOF.D  FROM  TIIE  EARTH.  — Ps.  143  :  7. 

1.  Angels,  assist  to  sing 

The  honors  of  your  God ; 
Touch  every  tuneful  string. 

And  sound  His  name  abroad ; 
Pour  the  trembling  notes  along ; 
Swell  the  grand,  immortal  song. 

2.  Let  day  and  dusky  night, 

In  solemn  order,  join 


ADORATION    AND    PRAISE. 

His  praises  to  recite, 

And  speak  His  power  divine ; 
Every  hill,  and  every  vale, 
Echo  with  the  sacred  tale. 

3.  Ye  winds  and  raging  seas, 

With  wild,  tempestuous  roar, 
Resound,  in  mightier  lays, 

His  name  from  shore  to  shore : 
Thunders,  spread  His  name  abroad; 
Lightnings,  flash  before  your  God. 

4.  Let  every  creature  sing 

The  honors  of  our  God ; 
Touch  every  tuneful  string. 

And  spread  His  praise  abroad: 
Pour  the  trembling  notes  along ; 
Swell  the  universal  sonn. 


97.  C.  31.  Tate  Sc  Brady. 

I  "WILL    SIXG   A>~D    GIVE    THAISE,    EVEN"    WIIJI   MY    GLORY.  —  Ps.  108  :    1. 

1.  O  God,  my  heart  is  fully  bent 

To  magnify  Thy  name  ; 
My  tongue  with  cheerful  songs  of  praise 
Shall  celebrate  Thy  fame. 

2.  Because  Thy  mercy's  boundless  height 

The  highest  heaven  transcend-. 
And  far  beyond  the  aspiring  clouds 
Thy  faithful  truth  extends. 

3.  Be  Thou,  O  God,  exalted  high 

Above  the  starry  frame, 
And  let  the  world,  with  one  consent, 
Confess  Thy  glorious  name. 
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98.  L.  M.  Watts. 

Bless  the  Lord,  O  my  soul.  — Ps.  104:  1. 

1.  My  soul,  thy  great  Creator  praise ; 
When  clothed  in  His  celestial  rays, 
He  in  full  majesty  appears, 

And  like  a  robe  His  glory  wears. 

2.  The  heavens  are  for  His  curtains  spread, 
The  unfathomed  deep  He  makes  His  bed ; 
Clouds  are  His  chariot,  when  He  flies 

On  winged  storms  across  the  skies. 

3.  Angels,  whom  His  own  breath  inspires, 
His  ministers,  are  naming  tires  ; 

And  swift  as  thought  their  armies  move 
To  bear  His  vengeance  or  His  love. 

4.  The  world's  foundations  by  His  hand 
Are  poised,  and  shall  forever  stand ; 
He  binds  the  ocean  in  His  chain. 
Lest  it  should  drown  the  earth  again. 

5.  The  swelling  billows  know  their  bound, 
And  in  their  channels  walk  their  round ; 
Yet,  thence  conveyed  by  secret  veins, 
They  spring  on  hills,  and  drench  the  plains, 

6.  How  strange  Thy  works !  how  great  Thy  skill ! 
And  every  land  Thy  riches  fill ; 

Thy  wisdom  round  the  world  we  see  ; 
This  spacious  earth  is  full  of  Thee. 
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99.  H.   AI.  Steele. 

THET   SHALL   SHOW   FOETH  TUE    PDAI5ES   OF   THE  LOED.  —  li. 

1.  To  your  Creator,  God, 

Your  great  Preserver,  raise, 
Ye  creatures  of  His  hand. 
Your  highest  notes  of  praise  : 
Let  every  voice  His  name  adore. 

Proclaim  His  power,  And  loud  rejoice. 

2.  Let  every  creature  join 

To  celebrate  His  name, 
And  all  their  various  powers 

Assist  the  exalted  theme : 

A  general  song 
Of  grateful  praise. 


Let  nature  ra; 
From  every  tongue, 


But  0,  from  human  tongues 
Should  nobler  praises  flow ; 

And  every  thankful  heart 
With  warm  devotion  glow ; 


Your  voices  raise. 
Ye  highly  blessed ! 


Above  the  rest 
Declare  His  p>rai=e. 


4.  Assist  me.  gracious  God ! 

My  heart,  my  voice  inspire ; 
Then  shall  I  grateful  join 
The  universal  choir: 


Thy  grace  can  raise 
My  heart,  my  tongue, 


And  tune  my  song 
To  lively  praise. 


100.  L.  M.  Blacklock. 

The  majesty  of  the  Loed.  — Is.  24:  1-L 

1.  Come,  0  my  soul,  in  sacred  lay- 
Attempt  Thy  great  Creator"  s  praise  : 
But.  0.  what  tongue  can  speak  His  fame  ? 
What  verse  can  reach  the  loftv  theme  ? 


GOD. 

2.  Enthroned  amid  the  radiant  spheres, 
He  glory  like  a  garment  wears; 

To  form  a  robe  of  light  divine, 

Ten  thousand  suns  around  Him  shine. 

3.  In  all  our  Maker's  grand  designs, 
Almighty  power,  with  wisdom,  shines  ; 

His  works,  through  all  this  wondrous  frame, 
Declare  the  glory  of  His  name. 

4.  Raised  on  devotion's  lofty  wing, 
Do  thou,  my  soul,  His  glories  sing; 
And  let  His  praise  employ  thy  tongue 
Till  listening  worlds  shall  join  the  song. 

DOXOLOGY. 

Praise  God,  from  whom  all  blessings  flow ; 
Praise  Him,  all  creature-  here  below: 
Praise  Him  above,  ye  heavenly  host ; 
Praise  Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost. 


101.  CM.  "Watts. 

Praise  is  comely.  — Ps.  147:  1. 

1.  With  songs  and  honors,  sounding  loud, 

Address  the  Lord  on  high  : 
Over  the  heavens  He  spreads  His  cloud, 
And  waters  veil  the  sky. 

2.  He  sends  His  showers  of  blessings  down, 

To  cheer  the  plains  below  ; 
He  makes  the  grass  the  mountains  crown, 
And  corn  in  valleys  grow. 
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3.  His  hoary  frost.  His  fleecy  snow, 

Descend  and  clothe  the  ground ; 
The  liquid  stream-  forbear  to  flow, 

In  icy  fetters  bound. 

4.  He  send>  His  word  and  melts  the  snow  ; 

The  fields  no  longer  mourn  ; 
He  calls  the  warmer  gales  to  blow, 
And  bids  the  spring  return. 

5.  The  changing  wind,  the  flying  cloud, 

Obey  His  mighty  word  : 
With  songs  and  honors  sounding  loud, 
Praise  ye  the  sovereign  Lord. 

102.  7s.  Bathurst. 

O,   GIVE    THANKS    O'TO   THE   LOED.  — Ps,   US  :  1. 

1.  O.  give  thanks  unto  the  Lord; 

All  His  wondrous  deeds  proclaim  : 
Every  tongue  His  praise  record ; 
Every  heart  adore  His  name. 

2.  Seek  the  Lord ;  His  grace  implore  ; 

On  His  love  your  trust  repose ; 
Seek  His  presence  evermore ; 

There  lay  down  your  cares  and  woes. 

3.  Ye.  who  make  the  Lord  your  choice, 

Call  to  mind  His  works  of  love  ; 
Tell  His  wonders,  and  rejoice 
In  your  King  who  reigns  above. 

4.  Thou,  O  Lord,  art  true  and  just ; 

Thou  wilt  crown  with  sure  success 
All  the  waiting  souls  that  trust 
In  Thy  love  and  faithfulness. 
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GOD. 

103.  6fi    &    8S.  CoXDEK. 

Extol  Him  that  eideth  upox  the  heavens  bv  IIis  xame  JAIL— 1'-.  66  i  I 

Jehovah's  praise  sublime, 

Through  the  wide  earth  be  sun£  : 

Ye  realms  of  every  clime, 
Ye  tribes  of  every  tongue, 

IIis  infinite  compassion  bless, 

His  ever-during  faithfulness* 

104.  L.  M.  Pratt's  Coll. 

Bless  IIis  holy  xame.—  Ps.  103  :  1. 

1.  High  o'er  the  heavens,  supreme,  alone, 
The  eternal  Lord  prepares  His  throne : 
O'er  all  His  kingdom  He'll  extend, 
Beyond  a  limit  or  an  end. 

2.  Bless  ye  the  Lord ;   His  glories  tell, 
Ye  angels,  who  in  might  excel, 

Who  do  His  will,  who  hear  His  voice, 
And  in  His  high  commands  rejoice. 

3.  Bless  ye  the  Lord  ;  proclaim  His  state, 
Ye  heavenly  hosts,  who  round  Him  wait, 
Quick  to  perform  His  acts  of  might, 
His  pleasure  your  supreme  delight. 

4.  Bless  ye  the  Lord,  His  works  around ; 
Creation  with  His  praise  resound ; 
My  >oul  the  general  chorus  join, 
And  bless  the  Lord  in  songs  divine. 

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105.  C.   M.  Ltte. 

Shout  uxto  God  with  the  vo-ce  of  triumph.  —  Ps.  47:  1. 

1.  Arise,  ye  people,  and  adore  ; 

Exulting  strike  the  chord  : 
Let  all  the  earth,  from  shore  to  shore, 
Confess  the  Almighty  Lord. 

2.  Glad  shouts  aloud,  wide  echoing  round, 

The  ascending  God  proclaim  : 
The  angelic  choir  respond  the  sound, 
And  shake  creation's  frame. 

3.  They  sing  of  death  and  hell  o'erthrown 

In  that  triumphant  hour  ; 
And  God  exalts  His  conquering  Son 
To  His  right  hand  of  power. 

4.  0.  shout,  ye  people,  and  adore ; 

Exulting  strike  the  chord ; 
Let  all  the  earth,  from  shore  to  shore, 
Confess  the  Almighty  Lord. 

DOXOLOGY. 

To  Father.  Son.  and  Holy  Ghost, 

One  God.  whom  we  adore, 
Be  glory,  as  it  was,  is  now, 

And  shall  be  evermore. 

106.  L.  Iff,  Watts. 

O,    GIVE    THAXKS    UNTO   THE   LORD.  —  Ps.  196:  1. 

1.  Give  to  our  God  immortal  praise  ; 
Mercy  and  truth  are  all  His  ways  ; 
Wonders  of  grace  to  God  belong  ; 
Repeat  His  mercies  in  your  song. 

79' 


GOD. 

2.  He  built  the  earth.  He  spread  the  sky, 
And  fixed  the  starry  lights  on  high  : 
Wonders  of  graee  to  God  belong  ; 
Repeat  His  mercies  in  your  song. 

3.  He  sent  His  Son  with  power  to  save 
From  guilt,  and  darkness,  and  the  grave  ; 
Wonders  of  grace  to  God  belong ; 
Repeat  His  mercies  in  your  song. 


107.  H.  M.  Watts. 

His  mep.ct  exdureth  forever.  —  Ps.  13G  :  1. 

1.  Give  thanks  to  God  most  high, 
The  universal  Lord  ; 
The  sovereign  King  of  kings ; 
And  be  His  grace  adored. 


His  power  and  grace 
Are  still  the  same ; 


And  let  His  name 
Have  endless  praise. 


How  mighty  is  His  hand  ! 

What  wonders  hath  he  done ! 
He  formed  the  earth  and  seas, 

And  spread  the  heavens  alone. 


Thy  mercy,  Lord, 
Shall  still  endure ; 


And  ever  sure 
Abides  Thy  word. 


3.  His  wisdom  framed  the  sun, 

To  crown  the  day  with  light ; 
The  moon  and  twinkling  stars, 
To  cheer  the  darksome  night 


His  power  and  grace 
Are  still  the  same  ; 


And  let  His  name 
Have  endless  praise. 


4.  He  sent  His  only  Son, 

To  save  us  from  our  woe  ; 
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From  Satan,  sin.  and  death. 
And  every  hurtful  foe. 


His  power  and  grace 
Are  still  the  same  ; 


And  let  His  name 
Have  endless  praise. 


Give  thanks  aloud  to  God. 

To  God  the  heavenly  King ; 
And  let  the  spacious  earth 

His  works  and  glories  sins:. 


Thy  mercy.  Lord, 
Shall  still  endure ; 


And  ever  sure 
Abides  Thy  word. 


108.  L.  P.  M.  Watts- 

I  WILL   SIKG   FEAISE5   UNTO   MY  GOD  WHILE   I   HATE   ANY  EEIXG.  — Pi.  140:  2. 

1.  I'll  praise  my  Maker  with  my  breath ; 
And  when  my  voice  is  lost  in  death. 

Praise  shall  employ  my  nobler  powers : 
My  days  of  praise  shall  ne'er  be  past. 
While  life,  and  thought,  and  being  last, 

Or  immortality  endures. 

2.  Happy  the  man  whose  hopes  rely 
On  Israel's  God  :  He  made  the  sky. 

And  earth,  and  seas,  with  all  their  train  : 
His  truth  forever  stands  secure  ; 
He  saves  the  oppressed.  He  feeds  the  poor; 

And  none  shall  find  His  promise  vain. 

3.  He  loves  His  saints.  He  knows  them  well, 
But  turns  the  wicked  down  to  hell ; 

Thy  God,  O  Zion.  ever  reigns ; 
Let  every  tongue,  let  every  age, 
In  this  exalted  work  ensraire ; 

Praise  Him  in  everlasting  strains. 
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GOD. 

4.  I'll  praise  Him  while  He  lends  me  breath, 
And  when  my  voice  is  lost  in  death, 

Praise  shall  employ  my  nobler  powers  ; 
My  days  of  praise  shall  ne'er  be  past, 
While  life,  and  thought,  and  being  last, 

Or  immortality  endures. 


109.  C.  M.  Watts. 

Unto  the  King  eternal.  —  1  Tim.  1 :  IT. 

1.  Some  seraph,  lend  your  heavenly  tongue, 

Or  harp  of  golden  string, 
That  I  may  raise  a  lofty  song 
To  our  eternal  King. 

2.  Thy  names,  how  infinite  they  be, 

Great,  everlasting  One ! 
Boundless  Thy  might  and  majesty, 
And  unconfined  Thy  throne. 

3.  Thy  glories  shine  of  wondrous  size, 

And  wondrous  large  Thy  grace  ; 
Immortal  day  breaks  from  Thine  eyes, 
And  Gabriel  veils  his  face. 

4.  Thine  essence  is  a  vast  abyss, 

Which  angels  cannot  sound  ; 
An  ocean  of  infinities, 

Where  all  our  thoughts  are  drowned. 

Doxology. 

Let  God  the  Father,  and  the  Son, 

And  Spirit  be  adored, 
Where  there  are  works  to  make  Him  known, 

Or  saints  to  love  the  Lord. 
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110.  L.  M.  Nason. 

All  Thy  works  shall  praise  Thee.  —  Vs.  14o :  10. 

1.  To  Thee,  O  God,  in  grateful  praise, 
All  nature  wakes  harmonious  lays  ; 
The  rolling  Hood,  beast,  bird,  and  bee, 
Join  in  perpetual  praise  to  Thee. 

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2.  The  opening  flower  that  scents  the  morn, 
The  breeze  that  bends  the  golden  corn, 
The  dewdrop  trembling  in  the  sun, 
Praise  Thee,  Thou  great  and  Holy  One. 

3.  The  mighty  orbs  that  roll  on  high, 
The  rainbow  arching  o'er  the  sky, 
Old  ocean  heaving  deep  and  free, 
Ascribe  unceasing  praise  to  Thee. 

4.  Heaven,  earth,  and  main  in  one  glad  song, 
Their  Maker's  glorious  praise  prolong ; 
And  angels  sweep  the  silver  string, 

To  laud  Thy  name,  eternal  King. 

5.  Our  tongues,  Great  God,  adoring  Thee, 
Shall  join  the  general  symphony  ; 
While  our  Redeemer's  lofty  praise 
Shall  be  the  chorus  which  we  raise. 

DOXOLOGY. 

To  God  the  Father,  God  the  Son, 
And  God  the  Spirit,  Three  in  One  ; 
Be  honor,  praise,  and  glory  given, 
By  all  on  earth  and  all  in  heaven. 
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111.  8s  &  7s.       Ancient  Hymns. 

llOLY,   HOLY,   HOLY  L.OKD.  —  E.CV.  4  :  8. 

1.  Lord,  Thy  glory  fills  the  heaven  ; 

Earth  is  with  its  fulness  stored ; 
Unto  Thee  be  glory  given, 
Holy,  holy,  holy  Lord. 

Heaven  is  still  with  anthems  ringing ; 

©    ©  ~ 

Earth  takes  up  the  angels'  cry,  9 

Holy,  holy,  holy,  singing. 

Lord  of  hosts,  Thou  Lord  most  high. 

2.  Ever  thus  in  God's  high  praises, 

Brethren,  let  our  tongues  unite, 
While  our  thoughts  His  greatness  raises, 

And  our  love  His  gifts  excite. 
With  His  seraph  train  before  Him, 

With  His  holy  church  below, 
Thus  unite  we  to  adore  Him, 

Bid  we  thus  our  anthem  flow. 

3.  Lord,  Thy  glory  fills  the  heaven  ; 

Earth  is  with  its  fulness  stored ; 
Unto  Thee  be  glory  given, 

Holy,  holy,  holy  Lord. 
Thus  Thy  glorious  name  confessing, 

We  adopt  the  angels'  cry, 
Holy,  holy,  holy,  blessing 

Thee,  the  Lord  our  God  most  high. 


112.  L.  M.  Tate  &  Brady. 

O,  GIVE  TIIAXKS   UNTO  THE  LORD,  FOR  HE   IS   GOOD.  —  Ps.  10G  :  1. 

1.  O,  render  thanks  to  God  above, 
The  Fountain  of  eternal  love ; 
Whose  mercy  firm,  through  ages  past, 
Hath  stood,  and  shall  forever  last. 
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2.  Who  can  His 

Not  only  vast,  but  numberless  : 

What  mortal  eloquence  can  raise 

Hi?  tribute  of  immortal  praise ': 

3.  Extend  to  me  that  favor.  Lord. 
Thou  to  Thy  chosen  dost  afford : 
When  Thou  return'st  to  set  them  free. 
Let  Thy  salvation  visit  me. 

4.  O  render  thanks  to  God  above. 
The  Fountain  of  eternal  love  : 
His  mercy  firm,  through  ages  past, 
Hath  stood,  and  -hall  forever  last. 


113.  7s.  Merxick. 

Let  evert  thing  that  n.vTU  beeatii  tf.aise  tiie  Loed.—  Y%.  U 

1.  Praise.  O.  praise  the  name  divine  : 
Praise  Him  at  the  hallowed  shrine ; 
Let  the  firmament  on  high 

To  its  Maker's  praise  n 

2.  All  who  vital  breath  enjoy. 

In  His  praise  that  breath  employ : 
Heaven  and  earth  the  chorus  join ; 
Praise.  O.  praise  the  name  divine. 

114.  10s  &  lis.  Lyte. 

Tnor  AET  VEET  g:.iai.  —  Pig.  '. 

1.  O.  PRAISE  ye  the  Lord:    His  greatness  proclaim; 

Jehovah,  our  God,  how  awful  Thy  name  ! 
How  vast  is  Thy  power !  Thy  glory  how  great ! 

Lo.  myriads  of  spirits  Thy  mandates  await. 
So 


GOD. 

2.  Thy  canopy's  heaven,  in  splendor  so  bright ; 
Thy  chariot  the  clouds,  Thy  garment  the  light ; 
The  works  of  creation  Thy  bidding  perform ; 
Thou  ridest  the  whirlwind,  directed  the  storm. 

3.  What  wisdom  is  shown,  what  power  displayed, 
In  all  that  Thy  hand  hath  fashioned  and  made ! 
The  earth  full  of  riches,  in  beauty  complete  ; 
The  fathomless  ocean,  with  wonders  replete. 

4.  O  Thou,  our  great  God,  Redeemer,  and  King, 
With  hearts  full  of  love  to  Thee  will  we  sing ; 
To  life's  latest  moment  our  voices  we'll  raise, 
And  join  the  full  chorus  of  blessing  and  praise. 


115.  C.  P.  M.  Ogilvie. 

Let  them  praise  the  name  of  the  Lord.  —  Ps.  143  :  13. 

1.  Begin,  my  soul,  the  exalted  lay ; 
Let  each  enraptured  thought  obey. 

And  praise  the  Almighty's  name  ; 
Lo,  heaven  and  earth,  and  seas  and  skies, 
In  one  melodious  concert  rise, 

To  swell  the  inspiring  theme. 

2.  Ye  angels,  catch  the  thrilling  sound, 
While  all  the  adoring  thrones  around 

His  boundless  mercy  sing; 
Let  every  listening  saint  above 
Wake  all  the  tuneful  soul  of  love, 

And  touch  the  sweetest  string. 

3.  Let  every  element  rejoice  ; 

Ye  thunders,  burst  with  awful  voice 

To  Him  who  bids  you  roll; 
His  praise  in  softer  notes  declare, 
Each  whispering  breeze  of  yielding  air, 

And  breathe  it  to  the  soul. 
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4.  Wake,  all  ye  mounting  tribes,  and  sing; 

Ye  plumy  warblers  of  the  spring, 

Harmonious  anthems  raise 
To  Him  who  shaped  your  finer  mould, 
"Who  tipped  your  glittering  wings  with  gold, 

And  tuned  your  voice  to  praise. 

5.  Let  man.  by  nobler  passions  swayed, 
The  feeling  heart,  the  judging  head, 

In  heavenly  praise  employ ; 
Spread  His  tremendous  name  around, 
While  heaven's  broad  arch  rings  back  the  sound, 

The  general  burst  of  joy. 


116.  7s.  Salisbury  Coll. 

Holt,  holt,  iiolt  is  the  Loed  of  Hosts. —  Is.  C  :  3. 

1.  Holy,  holy,  holy  Lord, 

Be  Thy  glorious  name  adored; 
Lord.  Thy  mercies  never  fail; 
Hail,  celestial  goodness,  hail. 

2.  Though  unworthy.  Lord.  Thine  ear, 
Deign  our  humble  songs  to  hear  ; 
Purer  praise  we  hope  to  bring, 
"When  around  Thy  throne  we  sing. 

3.  There  no  tongue  shall  silent  be  ; 
All  shall  join  in  harmony ; 

That,  through  heaven's  capacious  round, 
Praise  to  Thee  may  ever  sound. 

4.  Lord.  Thy  mercies  never  fail ; 
Hail,  celestial  goodness,  hail ; 
Holy,  holy,  holy  Lord. 

Ee  Thy  glorious  name  adored. 
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117.  L.  M.  Watts. 

I   WILL    PBAISI    TlILE    AVIT1I   MY    "WHOLE    1IEAKT.  -  Ps.  138:  1. 

1.  With  all  my  powers  of  heart  and  tongue, 
I'll  praise  my  Maker  in  my  song  ; 
Angels  shall  hear  the  notes  I  raise, 
Approve  the  song,  and  join  the  praise. 

2.  To  God  I  cried,  when  troubles  rose  ; 
He  heard  me,  and  subdued  my  foes ; 
He  did  my  rising  fears  control. 

And  strength  diffused  through  all  my  soul. 

3.  Amid  a  thousand  snares  I  stand. 
Upheld  and  guarded  by  Thy  hand ; 
Thy  words  my  tainting  soul  revive, 
And  keep  my  dying  faith  alive. 

4.  Grace  will  complete  what  grace  begins, 
To  save  from  sorrows  or  from  sins  ; 
The  work  that  wisdom  undertakes, 
Eternal  mercy  ne'er  forsakes. 


118.  L.  31. 

Praise  ye  the  Lokd.  —  Ps.  150  : 1. 

1.  Let  lofty  songs,  let  boundless  joy, 
Our  noblest  powers  of  praise  employ, 
And  Art  her  highest  skill  assign, 

To  swell  the  harmony  divine. 

2.  Loud  let  the  pealing  organ's  lays 
Pour  forth  the  bursting  song  of  praise  ; 
Timbrel,  and  harp,  and  lute,  accord 
Triumphant  honor  to  the  Lord. 

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3.  Trumpet  and  cymbal  well  may  bring 
High-sounding  praise  to  God,  our  King ; 
Let  every  instrument  combine, 

Let  every  land  the  chorus  join. 

4.  Let  nature's  voice  aloud  proclaim 
The  greatness  of  Jehovah's  name  ; 
From  earth  let  high  hosannas  rise  ; 
Let  hallelujahs  fill  the  skies. 


119.  103  &  lis.  Grant. 

All  xatioxs  siiall  come  act  worship  before  Thee.  —  P*ev.  lo  :  4. 

1.  O,  worship  the  King,  all  glorious  above. 
And  gratefully  sing  His  wonderful  love  ; 

Our  Shield  and  Defender,  the  Ancient  of  Days, 
Pavilioned  in  splendor,  and  girded  with  praise. 

2.  Thy  bountiful  care  what  tongue  can  recite  ! 
It  breathes  in  the  air,  it  shines  in  the  light ; 

It  streams  from  the  hills,  it  descends  to  the  plain, 
And  sweetly  distils  in  the  dew  and  the  rain. 

3.  Frail  children  of  dust,  and  feeble  as  frail. 
In  Thee  do  we  trust,  nor  find  Thee  to  fail ; 
Thy  mercies  how  tender !   how  firm  to  the  end! 
Our  Maker,  Defender,  Redeemer,  and  Friend. 

4.  Father  Almighty,  how  faithful  Thy  love ! 
While  angels  delight  to  hymn  Thee  above. 
The  humbler  creation,  though  feeble  their  lays, 
With  true  adoration  shall  lisp  to  Thy  praise. 

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GOD. 

120.  8s  &  7s.  Fawcett. 

Let  all  tiie  pbofLi  I'ijaise  Tiile.  —  Ps.  G7  : 5. 

1.  Praise  to  Thee,  Thou  great  Creator; 

Praise  to  Thee  from  every  tongue  ; 
Join,  my  soul,  with  every  creature, 

Join  the  universal  son". 

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2.  For  ten  thousand  blessings  given. 

1  or  the  hope  of  future  joy, 
Sound  His  praise  through  earth  and  heaven, 
Sound  Jehovah's  praise  on  high. 

121.  lis  &  8s.         Pirrox's  Coll. 

I  HAVE  LOVED  THEE  WITH  A2f  EVERLASTING  LOVE.  —  Jer.  31 :  3. 

1.  Ix  songs  of  sublime  adoration  and  praise, 

Ye  pilgrims,  for  Zion  who  press, 
Break  forth,  and  extol  the  great  Ancient  of  Days, 
His  rich  and  distinguishing  grace. 

2.  His  love,  from  eternity,  fixed  upon  you, 

Broke  forth,  and  discovered  its  flame, 
When  each  with  the  cords  of  His  kindness  He  drew, 
And  brought  you  to  love  His  great  name. 

3.  What  was  there  in  you  that  could  merit  esteem, 

Or  give  the  Creator  delight  ? 
'Twas,  "  Even  so,  Father,"  you  ever  must  sing, 
"  Because  it  seemed  good  in  Thy  sight." 

4.  'Twas  all  of  Thy  grace  we  were  brought  to  obey, 

While  others  were  suffered  to  go 
The  road  which  by  nature  we  cho>e  as  our  way, 
Which  leads  to  the  regions  of  woe. 
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5.  Then  give  all  the  glory  to  His  holy  name  ; 
To  Him  all  the  glory  belongs; 
Be  yours  the  high  joy  still  to  sound  forth  His  fame, 
And  crown  Him  in  each  of  your  songs. 


122.  C.  BE  TTrangiiam. 

O  THAT  MEN'  WOULD   TRAISE   THE   LORD   FOR   IIlS   GOODNESS  !  —  Ps.  107:  8. 

1.  O,  PRAISE  the  Lord,  for  He  is  good; 

In  Him  we  rest  obtain ; 
His  mercy  has  through  ages  stood, 
And  ever  shall  remain. 

2.  Let  all  the  people  of  the  Lord 

His  praises  spread  around ; 
Let  them  His  grace  and  love  record, 
Who  have  salvation  found. 

3.  Now  let  the  east  in  Him  rejoice, 

The  west  its  tribute  bring, 
The  north  and  south  lift  up  their  voice 
In  honor  of  their  King. 

4.  O,  praise  the  Lord,  for  He  is  good ; 

In  Him  we  rest  obtain ; 
His  mercy  has  through  ages  stood, 
And  ever  shall  remain. 

123,  L.  M.  Doddridge. 

While  I  live  -still  I  psaisk  the  Lord.  —  Ps.  14G  :2. 

1.  God  of  my  life,  through  all  its  days, 

My  grateful  powers  shall  sound  Thy  praise ; 
The  song  shall  wake  with  opening  light, 
And  warble  to  the  silent  night. 
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2.  When  anxious  cares  would  break  my  rest, 
And  grief's  would  tear  my  throbbing  breast, 
Thy  tuneful  praises,  raised  on  high, 

Shall  check  the  murmur  and  the  sigh. 

3.  When  death  o'er  nature  shall  prevail, 
And  all  its  powers  of  language  fail, 

Joy  through  my  swimming  eyes  shall  break, 
And  mean  the  thanks  I  cannot  speak. 

4.  But,  O,  when  that  last  conflict's  o'er, 
And  I  am  chained  to  flesh  no  more, 
With  what  glad  accents  shall  I  rise 
To  join  the  music  of  the  skies ! 

5.  Soon  shall  I  learn  the  exalted  strains 
Which  echo  o'er  the  heavenly  plains, 
And  emulate,  writh  joy  unknown, 

The  glowing  seraphs  round  Thy  throne. 


124.  8s.  Hogg. 

Blessed  be  Thy  glorious  name.  — Neh.  9:  fl» 

1.  Lauded  be  Thy  name  forever, 
Thou,  of  life  the  Guard  and  Giver ! 
Thou  canst  guard  Thy  creatures  sleeping, 
Heal  the  heart  long  broke  with  weeping : 
God  of  stillness  and  of  motion, 

Of  the  rainbow  and  the  ocean, 
Of  the  mountain,  rock,  and  river, 
Blessed  be  Thy  name  forever! 

2.  Thou  who  slumberest  not,  nor  sleepest, 
Blessed  are  they  Thou  kindly  keepest. 
God  of  evening's  yellow  ray, 

God  of  yonder  dawning  day, 
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That  rises  from  the  distant  sea, 
Like  breathings  of  eternity ; 

God  of  lite,  that  fade  shall  never, 
Glory  to  Thy  name  ibrever ! 

125.  L.  M-  Watts. 

His  clout  is  above  toe  eaeth  ajd  EEATiy.-P:,  US  :  1?. 

1.  Loud  hallelujahs  to  the  Lord 

From  distant  worlds  where  creatures  dwell ; 
Let  heaven  begin  the  solemn  word. 
And  sound  it  dreadful  down  to  hell. 

2.  Awake,  ye  tempests,  and  His  fame 

In  sounds  of  dreadful  praise  declare ; 
A:.  I  the  sweet  whisper  of  His  name 
Fill  every  gentler  breeze  of  air. 

3.  Let  clouds,  and  winds,  and  waves  agree 

To  join  their  praise  with  blazing  tire, 
While  the  firm  earth  and  rolling  sea 
Li  this  eternal  song  conspire. 

4.  Wide  as  His  vast  dominion  lie-. 

3Iake  the  Creator's  name  be  known ; 
Loud  as  His  thunder  shout  His  praise, 
And  sound  it  lofty  as  Hi-  throne. 

5.  Jehovah !  'tis  a  glorious  word  ! 

O.  may  it  dwell  on  every  tongue  ! 
But  -aims  who  best  have  known  the  Lord 
Are  bound  to  raise  the  noblest  song. 

6.  Speak  of  the  wonders  of  that  love 

Which  Gabriel  play-  on  every  chord : 
From  all  below,  and  all  above, 
Loud  hallelujahs  to  the  Lord. 
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126.  8s  &  7s.         Dublin  Coll. 

Praise  ye  the  Lord.  —  Ps.  148  :  14. 

1.  Praise  the  Lord;  ye  heavens,  adore  Him; 

Praise  Him,  angels  in  the  height ; 
Sun  and  moon,  rejoice  before  Him ; 
Praise  Him,  all  ye  stars  of  light. 

2.  Praise  the  Lord,  for  He  hath  spoken ; 

Worlds  His  mighty  voice  obeyed ; 
Laws,  which  never  can  be  broken, 
For  their  guidance  He  hath  made. 

3.  Praise  the  Lord,  for  He  is  glorious ; 

Never  shall  His  promise  fail ; 
God  hath  made  His  saints  victorious  ; 
Sin  and  death  shall  not  prevail. 

4.  Praise  the  God  of  our  salvation ; 

Hosts  on  high,  His  power  proclaim ; 
Heaven  and  earth,  and  all  creation, 
Praise  and  magnify  His  name. 


127.  S.  M.  Watts. 

The  truth  of  the  Lord  exdueeth  forever.  — Ps.  117  :  2. 

1.  Thy  name,  Almighty  Lord, 

Shall  sound  through  distant  lands  ; 
Great  is  Thy  grace,  and  sure  Thy  word ; 
Thy  truth  forever  stands. 

2.  Far  be  Thine  honor  spread, 

And  long  Thy  praise  endure, 
Till  morning  light  and  evening  shade 
Shall  be  exchanged  no  more. 
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DOXOLOGY. 

Praise,  honor,  to  the  Father  be, 

Praise  to  His  only  Son ; 
Praise  to  the  Spirit  Paraclete, 

AVhile  ceaseless  ages  run. 

128.  L.  M.  Watts. 

nE   IS   FAlTnFUL  THAT  PROMISED.  —  Heb.  10  :  23. 

1.  Praise,  everlasting  praise,  be  paid 
To  Him  who  earth's  foundation  laid  : 
Praise  to  the  God  whose  strong  decrees 
Sway  the  creation  as  He  please. 

2.  O  for  a  strong,  a  lasting  faith, 

To  credit  what  the  Almighty  saith : 
To  embrace  the  message  of  His  Son, 
And  call  the  joys  of  heaven  our  own. 

3.  Then,  should  the  earth's  old  pillars  shake. 
And  all  the  wheels  of  nature  break. 
Our  steady  souls  would  fear  no  more 
Than  solid  rocks  when  billows  roar. 

4.  Our  everla-ting  hopes  arise 
Above  the  ruinable  skies, 
AYhere  the  eternal  Builder  reigns. 

And  His  own  courts  His  power  sustains. 

129.  L.  M.  Watts. 

I  WILL   EXTOL    TlIEE,  MY    GOD,  O   KlXG.  —  Ps.  14o  :   1. 

1.  My  God,  my  King.  Thy  various  praise 
Shall  fill  the  remnant  of  my  day-  : 
Thy  grace  employ  my  humble  tongue, 
Till  death  and  glory  raise  the  song. 
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2.  The  wings  of  every  hour  shall  bear 
Some  thankful  tribute  to  Thine  ear; 
And  every  setting  sun  shall  see 
New  works  of  duty  done  for  Thee. 

o.  Thy  truth  and  ju-stice  I'll  proclaim  ; 
Thy  bounty  flows  an  endless  stream; 
Thy  mercy  swift ;  Thine  anger  slow, 
But  dreadful  to  the  stubborn  foe. 

4.  Let  distant  times  and  nations  raise 
The  long  succession  of  Thy  praise, 
And  unborn  ages  make  my  song 
The  joy  and  labor  of  their  tongue. 

5.  But  who  can  speak  Thy  wondrous  deeds  ? 
Thy  greatness  all  our  thoughts  exceeds  ; 
Vast  and  unsearchable  Thy  way-  : 

Vast  and  immortal  be  Thy  praise. 


130.  L.  M.  Watts. 

Praise  niM,  all  ye  people.  — Ps.  117  :  1. 

1.  From  all  that  dwell  below  the  skies, 
Let  the  Creator's  praise  arise ; 

Let  the  Redeemer's  name  be  sung 
Through  every  land  by  every  tongue. 

2.  Eternal  are  Thy  mercies,  Lord  ; 
Eternal  truth  attends  Thy  word ; 

Thy  praise  shall  sound  from  shore  to  shore, 
Till  suns  shall  rise  and  set  no  more. 
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131.  *    v   7 

THE  n03T  Of  HEAVEN  VOBSHIFPSTH  TlIEE.—  Neh.  9  :  G. 

Worship,  honor,  glory,  blessing, 

Lord,  we  offer  to  Thy  name  ; 
Young  and  old.  their  thank-  expressing, 

Join  Thy  goodness  to  proclaim; 
AS  i!r-  hosts  of  heaven  adore  The  !, 

We  too  how  before  Thy  throne ; 
As  the  angels  serve  before  Thee, 

So  on  earth  Thy  will  be  done. 

132.  7s 

Praise  our  God.  — Rev.  10  :  5L 

Praise  to  God  on  high  be  given; 
Praise  Him,  all  in  earth  and  heaven; 
Praise  Him  at  the  dawn  of  light, 
Praise  Him  at  returning  night ; 
Saint-  below  and  saint-  above, 
Praise,  0,  praise  the  God  of  love. 


CHRIST.  — THE   ADVENT. 
133.  lis.  Dbummond. 

Pkepask  te  the  vat  of  the  Lord.  — Luke  3  :  4. 

1.  A  voice  from  the  desert  comes  awful  and  shrill ; 

The  Lord  is  advancing ;  prepare  ye  the  way ; 

The  word  of  Jehovah  He  comes  to  fulfil. 

And  o'er  the  dark  world  pour  the  splendor  of  day. 

2.  Bring  down  the  proud  mountain,  though  towering  to 

heaven, 
And  be  the  low  valley  exalted  on  high ; 
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CIIRIST. 

The  rough  path  and  crooked  be  made  smooth  and 
even. 
For,  Zion,  your  King,  your  Redeemer,  is  nigh. 

The  beams  of  salvation  His  progress  illume ; 

The  lone,  dreary  wilderness  sings  of  her  Lord; 
The  rose  and  the  myrtle  there  suddenly  bloom, 

And   the    olive    of   peace   spreads    its    branches 
abroad. 


134.  L.  M.  Watts. 

Ih  the  hegin'-vixg  was  the  "Word.  — John  1 :  1. 

1.  Ere  the  blue  heavens  were  stretched  abroad, 

From  everlasting  was  the  Word ; 
With  God  He  was  ;  the  Word  was  God, 
And  must  divinely  be  adored. 

2.  By  His  own  power  were  all  things  made; 

By  Him  supported,  all  things  stand; 
He  is  the  whole  creation's  head, 
And  angels  fly  at  His  command. 

3.  But.  lo !  He  leaves  those  heavenly  forms ; 

The  Word  descends  and  dwell-  in  clay, 
That  He  may  hold  converse  with  worms, 
Dressed  in  such  feeble  flesh  as  they. 

4.  Mortals  with  joy  behold  His  face, 

The  eternal  Father's  only  Son ; 
How  full  of  truth,  how  full  of  grace. 

When  through  His  eyes  the  Godhead  shone  ! 

5.  Archangel-  leave  their  high  abode, 

To  learn  new  mysteries  here,  and  tell 
The  love  of  our  descending  God, 
The  glories  of  Immanuel. 
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135.  7S.  BO  WRING. 

Watchman,  wdat  of  the  xicht?- Is.  21 1  11. 

1.  Watchman,  tell  us  of  the  night, 

What  its  signs  of  promise  are. 
Traveller,  o'er  3011  mountain's  height 

See  that  glory-beaming  star ! 
Watchman,  dor.-  its  beauteous  ray 

Aught  of  hope  or  joy  foretell  ? 
Traveller,  yes  ;  it  brings  the  day, 

Promised  day  of  Israel. 

2.  Watchman,  tell  us  of  the  night ; 

Higher  yet  that  star  aseends. 
Traveller,  blessedness  and  light. 

Peace  and  truth,  its  course  portends. 
Watchman,  will  its  beams  alone 

Gild  the  spot  that  gave  them  birth? 
Traveller,  ages  are  its  own  ; 

See  !  it  bursts  o'er  all  the  earth  ! 

3.  Watchman,  tell  us  of  the  night. 

For  the  morning  seems  to  dawn. 
Traveller,  darkness  takes  its  flight, 

Doubt  and  terror  are  withdrawn. 
Watchman,  let  thy  wanderings  cease  ; 

Hie  thee  to  thy  quiet  home. 
Traveller,  lo,  the  Prince  of  Peace, 

Lo,  the  Son  of  God  is  come  ! 

136.  C.  M.  Logan. 

TriE  peseht  siiall  r.EJOiCE.  —  Is.  88: 1. 

1.  Messiah!  at  Thy  glad  approach 
The  howling  winds  are  still : 
Thy  praises  fill  the  lonely  waste, 
And  breathe  from  every  hill. 
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2.  The  incense  of  the  spring  ascends 

Upon  the  morning  gale; 
Red  o'er  the  hill  the  roses  bloom, 
The  lilies  in  the  vale. 

3.  Renewed,  the  earth  a  robe  of  light, 

A  robe  of  beauty,  wears ; 
And  in  new  heavens  a  brighter  Sun 
Leads  on  the  promised  years. 

4.  Let  Israel  to  the  Prince  of  Peace 

The  loud  hosanna  sing ; 
With  hallelujahs  and  with  hymns, 
O  Zion,  hail  thy  King. 


137.  8s,  7s,  &  4.       Montgomery. 

Good  tidixgs  of  geeat  joy.  — Luke  2:  10. 

1.  Angels,  from  the  realms  of  glory, 
Wing  your  flight  o'er  all  the  earth ; 
Ye  who  sang  creation's  story, 
Now  proclaim  Messiah's  birth ; 
Come  and  worship, 
Worship  Christ,  the  new-born  King. 

2.  Shepherds,  in  the  field  abiding, 

Watching  o'er  your  flocks  by  night, 
God  with  man  is  now  residing ; 

Yonder  shines  the  infant  light ; 
Come  and  worship, 
Worship  Christ,  the  new-born  King. 

3.  Sages,  leave  your  contemplations ; 

Brighter  visions  beam  afar ; 
Seek  the  great  Desire  of  nations ; 
Ye  have  seen  His  natal  star ; 
Come  and  worship. 
Worship  Christ,  the  new-born  King. 
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Saints,  before  the  altar  bending-. 
Watching  long  in  hope  and  fear, 

Suddenly,  the  Lord,  descending, 
In  Hi-  temple  shall  appear; 
Come  and  worship, 

Worship  Christ,  the  new-born  King. 

Sinners  wrung  with  true  repentance, 
Doomed  for  guilt  to  endless  pains, 

Justice  now  revokes  the  sentence  ; 
Mercy  calls  you  ;  break  your  chains ; 
Come  and  Worship, 

Worship  Christ,  the  new-born  King. 


138.  C.  M.  Tate  &  Brady. 

The  axoel  of  tiie  Lord  came  urox  tiikm.  — Luke  2:9. 

1.  "While  shepherds  watched  their  flocks  by  night. 

All  seated  on  the  ground, 
The  angel  of  the  Lord  came  down, 
And  glory  shone  around. 

2.  k-  Fear  not."'  said  he.  for  mighty  dread 

Had  seized  their  troubled  mind; 
u  Glad  tidings  of  great  joy  I  bring 
To  you  and  all  mankind. 

3.  "To  you.  in  David's  town,  this  day, 

Is  born,  of  David's  line. 
The  Saviour,  who  is  Christ  the  Lord  ; 
And  this  shall  be  the  sign  : 

4.  '*'  The  heavenly  Babe  you  there  shall  find 

To  human  view  displayed. 
All  meanly  wrapped  in  swathing  bands. 
And  in  a  manger  laid." 
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5.  Thus  spake  the  seraph,  and  forthwith 

Appeared  a  shining  throng 
Of  angels,  praising  God.  and  thus 
Addressed  their  joyful  song: 

6.  "  All  glory  be  to  God  on  high ; 

And  to  the  earth  be  peace ; 
Good  will  henceforth  from  heaven  to  men 
Begin,  and  never  cease." 

139.  L.  M.  Campbell. 

TnE  HEAVENLY  HOST  PBAISIXG  God.  —  Luke  2  :  13. 

1.  When  Jordan  hushed  his  waters  still, 
And  silence  slept  on  Zion's  hill ; 

When  Bethlehem's  shepherds  through  the  night 
Watched  o'er  their  flocks  by  starry  light ; 

2.  Hark !  from  the  midnight  hills  around, 
A  voice  of  more  than  mortal  sound 

In  distant  hallelujahs  stole, 

"Wild  murmuring  o'er  the  raptured  soul. 

3.  On  wheels  of  light,  on  wings  of  flame, 
The  glorious  hosts  of  Zion  came ; 

High  heaven  with  songs  of  triumph  rung, 
While  thus  they  struck  their  harps,  and  sung : 

4.  "  O  Zion,  lift  thy  raptured  eye  ; 
The  long-expected  hour  is  nigh ; 
The  joys  of  nature  rise  again  ; 

The  Prince  of  Salem  comes  to  reign. 

o.  "  He  comes  to  cheer  the  trembling  heart, 
Bid  Satan  and  his  host  depart ; 
Again  the  Daystar  gilds  the  gloom, 
Again  the  bowers  of  Eden  bloom." 
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140.  H.  M.  Salisbury  Coll. 

Fear  not.  — Luke  2 

1.  Hark  !  what  celestial  sounds, 
What  music  fills  the  air ! 

Soft  warbling  to  the  morn, 
It  strikes  the  ravished  ear : 


Now  all  is  still ; 
Nov/  wild  it  floats 


In  tuneful  not 

Loud,  sweet,  and  shrill. 


2.  The  angelic  hosts  descend, 
With  harmony  divine  ; 
See  how  from  heaven  they  bend, 
And  in  full  chorus  join 
u  Fear  not,"  say  they  ; 
a  Great  joy  we  bring : 


Jesus,  your  King, 
Is  born  to-day." 


3.  He  comes,  your  souls  to  save 
From  death's  eternal  gloom; 
To  realms  of  bliss  and  light 
He  lifts  you  from  the  tomb. 


Your  voices  raise, 
With  sons  of  light ; 


Your  songs  unite 
Of  endless  praise. 


-i.   Glory  to  God  on  high  ; 

Ye  mortals,  spread  the  sound, 
And  let  your  raptures  fly 
To  earth's  remotest  bound  ; 


For  peace  on  earth, 
From  God  in  heaven, 


To  man  is  given, 
At  Jesus'  birth. 


141. 


3s  &  7s. 


Cavtood. 


Glof.t  to  God  a  the  highest.  — Luke  2  :  14. 

1.  Hark,  what  mean  those  holy  voices, 
Sweetly  sounding  through  the  skies  ? 
Lo.  the  angelic  host  rejoices ; 
Heavenly  hallelujahs  rise. 
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2.  Hear  them  tell  the  wondrous  story. 

Hear  them  chant  in  hymns  of  joy, 
"  Glory  in  the  highest !  glory  ! 
Glory  be  to  God  most  high ! 

3.  "  Peace  on  earth ;  good  will  from  heaven, 

Reaching  far  as  man  as  found." 
"  Souls  redeemed,  and  sins  forgiven," 
Loud  our  golden  harps  shall  sound. 

4.  Christ  is  born,  the  great  Anointed ; 

Heaven  and  earth  His  praises  sing; 
0,  receive  whom  God  appointed, 

For  your  Prophet,  Priest,  and  King. 

5.  Haste,  ye  mortals,  to  adore  Him  ; 

Learn  His  name,  and  taste  His  joy, 
Till  in  heaven  ye  sing  before  Him, 
"  Glory  be  to  God  most  high  ! " 

142.  C.  M.  Watts. 

All  the  ends  of  the  earth  have  seen  the  saltation  of  our  God. 

PS.  98  : 3. 

1.  Joy  to  the  world  !  the  Lord  is  come  ! 

Let  earth  receive  her  King  ; 
Let  every  heart  prepare  Him  room, 
And  heaven  and  nature  sing. 

2.  Joy  to  the  earth  !  the  Saviour  reigns ! 

Let  men  their  songs  employ  ; 
While  fields  and  floods,  rocks,  hills,  and  plains 
Repeat  the  sounding  joy. 

3.  No  more  let  sins  and  sorrows  grow, 

Nor  thorns  infest  the  ground ; 
He  comes  to  make  His  blessings  flow 
Far  as  the  curse  is  found. 
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THE    ADVENT. 

4.  lie  rule-  the  world  with  truth  and  gi 
And  makes  the  nations  prove. 
The  glories  of  His  right 

And  wonders  of  Hifl  love. 

143.  7s.  C.  Wesley. 

I>-    EEinLEIIEii   OF  JUDEA.—  M -  " " 

1.  Hark!   the  herald  angel-  sing 

rlory  to  the  new-born  King; 
Peace  on  earth,  and  mercy  mild  ; 
God  and  sinners  reconcik-d.'' 

2.  Joyful,  all  ye  nation-,  rise : 
Join  the  triumphs  of  the  ski   -  ; 
With  the  angelic  hosts  proclaim 
"  Christ  is  born  in  Bethlehem." 

3.  Veiled  in  flesh,  the  Godhead  see ; 
Hail,  the  incarnate  Deity  ; 
Pleased  as  man  with  men  to  appear, 
Jesus,  our  Irmnanuel,  here. 

4.  Mild  He  lays  His  glory  by : 
Born  that  man  no  more  may  die  ; 
Born  to  raise  the  sons  of  earth ; 
Bom  to  give  them  second  birth. 

5.  Hail,  the  heaven-born  Prince  of  Peace  ! 
Hail,  the  Sun  of  Righteousness  ! 

Light  and  life  to  all  He  bri: 
Pisen  with  healing  in  His  wings. 
10-5 


CHRIST. 

144.  C.  BE.  Sears. 

O.V  EARTH   PEACE.  — Lllko  2:14. 

1.  Calm  on  the  listening  ear  of  night 

Come  heaven's  melodious  strain-. 
Where  wild  Jiulea  stretches  far 

Her  silver-mantled  plains. 

2.  The  answering  hills  of  Palestine 

Send  back  the  glad  reply. 
And  greet,  from  all  their  holy  heights, 
The  Day  spring  from  on  high. 

3.  O'er  the  blue  depths  of  Galilee 

There  comes  a  holier  calm, 
And  Sharon  waves,  in  solemn  praise, 
Her  silent  groves  of  palm. 

4.  "  Glory  to  God  !  "  the  sounding  skies 

Loud  with  their  anthems  ring; 
"  Peace  to  the  earth  ;  good  will  to  men, 
From  heaven's  eternal  King." 

145.  L.  M.  Dobell's  Coll. 

Txto  you  is  nor.y  this  day,  n  the  city  of  David,  a  Saviour.  — Luke  2  :  U. 

1.  Awake,  arise,  and  hail  the  morn, 
For  unto  us  a  Saviour's  born  ; 

See  how  the  angels  wing  their  way. 
To  usher  in  the  glorious  day. 

2.  Hark  !  what  sweet  music  !  what  a  song ! 
Sounds  from  the  bright,  celestial  throng; 
Sweet  song,  whose  melting  sounds  impart 
Joy  to  each  raptured,  listening  heart. 

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Come,  join  the  angels  in  the  sky; 
Glory  to  God,  who  reigns  on  high  : 
Let  peace  and  love  on  earth  abound, 
While  time  revolves,  and  years  roll  round. 


146,  C.  It  Watts. 

Sing  uxto  the  Lord,  all  the  earth.  —  Ps.  98  !  L 

1.  Sing  to  the  Lord,  ye  distant  lands, 

Ye  tribes  of  every  tongue  : 
His  new-discovered  grace  demands 
A  new  and  nobler  song. 

2.  Say  to  the  nations,  Jesus  reigns, 

God's  own  Almighty  vSon  ; 
His  power  the  sinking  world  sustains, 
And  grace  surrounds  His  throne. 

3.  Let  heaven  proclaim  the  joyful  day  ; 

Joy  through  the  earth  be  seen ; 
Let  cities  shine  in  bright  array, 
And  fields  in  cheerful  green. 

4.  Let  an  unusual  joy  surprise 

The  islands  of  the  sea ; 
Ye  mountains,  sink  :  ye  valleys,  rise ; 
Prepare  the  Lord  His  way. 

5.  Behold,  He  comes ;  He  comes  to  bless 

The  nations,  as  their  God, 
To  show  the  world  His  righteousness, 
And  send  His  truth  abroad. 

6.  But  when  His  voice  shall  raise  the  dead, 

And  bid  the  world  draw  near. 
How  will  the  guilty  nations  dread 
To  see  their  Judge  appear* ! 
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147.  L.  M.  Watts. 

Worship  Him,  all  ye  gods.  — Ps.  97:  7. 

1 .  The  Lord  is  come  ;  the  heavens  proclaim 
His  birth  ;  the  nations  learn  His  name  ; 
An  unknown  star  directs  the  road 

Of  eastern  sages  to  their  God. 

2.  All  ye  bright  armies  of  the  skies, 
Go  worship  where  the  Saviour  lies ; 
Angels  and  kings  before  Him  bow ; 
Those  gods  on  high  and  gods  below. 

3.  Let  idols  totter  to  the  ground, 

And  their  own  worshippers  confound  ; 
But,  Judah,  shout ;  but,  Zion,  sing, 
And  earth  confess  her  sovereign  King. 

DOXOLOGY. 

Glory  to  Thee,  O  God  most  high  ! 
Father,  we  praise  Thy  majesty ; 
The  Son,  the  Spirit  we  adore ; 
One  Godhead,  blessed  forevermore. 

148.  7s.  Montgomery. 

Ox  His  vesture  and  ox  His  Tnion  a  name  written.—  Rev.  19 :  1G. 

1.  Bright  and  joyful  is  the  morn, 
For  to  us  a  Child  is  born ; 

From  the  highest  realm  of  heaven, 
Unto  us  a  Son  is  given. 

2.  On  His  shoulder  He  shall  bear 
Power  and  majesty,  and  wear 
On  His  vesture  and  His  thigh 
Names  most  awful,  names  most  high. 

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THE    ADVENT. 

3.  'Wonderful  in  council.  He, 
The  incarnate  Deity, 

Sire  of  ages,  ne'er  to  cease. 

King  of  Kings,  and  Prince  of  Peace. 

4.  Come  and  worship  at  His  feet  : 
Yield  to  Christ  the  homage  meet, 
From  His  manger  to  His  throne, 
Homage  due  to  God  alone. 

149.  Us  fc  10s.  Heber. 

LO,  THE    STAR  WHICH   THEY   SAW  IX  THE   E AST.  —  Matt.  2  :  9. 

1.  Brightest  and  best  of  the  sons  of  the  morning. 

Dawn  on  our  darkness,  and  lend  us  thine  aid ; 
Star  itf  the  east,  the  horizon  adorning. 

Guide  where  our  infant  Redeemer  is  laid. 

2.  Cold  on  His  cradle  the  dewdrops  are  shining  ; 

Low  lies  His  head  with  the  beasts  of  the  stall: 
Angels  adore  Him  in  slumber  reclining. 
Maker,  and  Monarch,  and  Saviour  of  all. 

8.  Say,  shall  we  yield  Him.  in  costly  devotion. 
Odors  of  Edom,  and  offerings  divine, 
Gems  of  the  mountain,  and  pearls  of  the  ocean, 
Myrrh  from  the  forest,  or  gold  from  the  mine  ? 

4.  Vainly  we  offer  each  ample  oblation. 

Vainly  with  gifts  would  His  favor  secure  ; 
Richer  by  far  is  the  heart's  adoration. 

Dearer  to  God  are  the  prayers  of  the  poor. 

5.  Brightest  and  best  of  the  sons  of  the  morning. 

Dawn  on  our  darkness,  and  lend  us  thine  aid ; 
Star  of  the  east,  the  horizon  adorning. 

Guide  where  our  infant  Redeemer  is  laid. 
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CHRIST. 

150.  C.  M,  Doddridge. 

The  Spirit  of  the  Lord  is  upon  me.— Luke  4  :  13. 

1.  Hark,  the  glad  sound!  the  Saviour  comes! 

The  Saviour  promised  long ! 
Let  every  heart  prepare  a  throne, 
And  every  voice  a  song. 

2.  On  Him  the  Spirit  largely  poured 

Exerts  its  sacred  fire  ; 
Wisdom  and  might,  and  zeal  and  love, 
His  holy  breast  inspire. 

3.  He  comes,  from  thickest  films  of  vice 

To  clear  the  mental  ray, 
And  on  the  eyeballs  of  the  blind 
To  pour  celestial  day. 

4.  He  comes,  the  broken  heart  to  bind, 

The  bleeding  soul  to  cure, 
And  with  the  treasure  of  His  grace 
Enrich  the  humble  poor. 

5.  Our  glad  hosannas,  Prince  of  Peace, 

Thy  welcome  shall  proclaim, 
And  heaven's  eternal  arches  ring 
With  Thy  beloved  name. 


151.  CM.  Medley. 

God  "was  manifest  in  the  FLEsn.  — 1  Tim.  3  :  1G. 

1.  In  heaven  the  rapturous  song  began, 
And  sweet  seraphic  fire 
Through  all  the  shining  lenions  ran, 
And  strung  and  tuned  the  lyre. 
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2.  Swift  through  the  vast  expanse  it  flew. 

And  loud  the  echo  rolled  ; 
The  theme,  the  song,  the  joy  was  new ; 
Twas  more  than  heaven  could  hold. 

3.  Down  through  the  portals  of  the  sky 

The  impetuous  torrent  ran ; 
And  angels  flew,  with  eager  joy, 
To  bear  the  news  to  man. 

4.  Hark !  the  cherubic  armies  shout, 

And  glory  leads  the  song ; 
Good  will  and  peace  are  heard  throughout 
The  harmonious  heavenly  throng. 

5.  With  joy  the  chorus  we'll  repeat, 

<;  Glory  to  God  on  high ; 
Good  will  and  peace  are  now  complete." 
Jesus  was  born  to  die. 


152.  8s  &  7s.  Epis.  Coll. 

The  Desire  of  all  nations.  —  Hag.  2  :  7. 

1.  Hail,  thou  long-expected  Jesus, 

Born  to  set  Thy  people  free  ! 
From  our  sins  and  fears  release  us ; 
Let  us  find  our  rest  in  Thee. 

2.  Israel's  strength  and  consolation, 

Hope  of  all  the  saints.  Thou  art; 
Long  desired  of  every  nation, 
Joy  of  every  waiting  heart. 

3.  Born  Thy  people  to  deliver, 

Bom  a  child,  yet  God  our  King, 
Born  to  reign  in  us  forever, 

Xow  Thy  gracious  kingdom  bring. 
Ill 


CHRIST. 


4.  By  Thine  own  eternal  Spirit, 
Rule  in  all  our  hearts  alone ; 
By  Thine  all-sufficient  merit, 
Raise  us  to  Thy  glorious  throne. 


CHRIST.  — LIFE   AND   MINISTRY. 

153.  L.  M.  Bowsing. 

Thou  aet  a  TeaciiePw  come  from  God.— John  3:  2. 

1.  How  sweetly  flowed  the  gospel's  sound 

From  lips  of  gentleness  and  grace, 
When  listening  thousands  gathered  round, 
And  joy  and  reverence  filled  the  place  ! 

2.  From  heaven  He  came,  of  heaven  He  spoke, 

To  heaven  He  led  His  followers'  way ; 
Dark  clouds  of  gloomy  night  He  broke, 
Unveiling  an  immortal  day. 

3.  "  Come,  wanderers,  to  my  Father's  home  ; 

Come,  all  ye  weary  ones,  and  rest." 
Yes,  sacred  Teacher,  we  will  come, 
Obey  Thee,  love  Thee,  and  be  blest. 

4.  Decay,  then,  tenements  of  dust ; 

Pillars  of  earthly  pride,  decay ; 
A  nobler  mansion  waits  the  just, 
And  Jesus  has  prepared  the  way. 

154.  S.  M.  Beddome. 

He  beheld  tiie  city,  axd  -wept  over  it.  — Luke  19  :  41. 

1.  Did  Christ  o'er  sinners  weep, 
And  shall  our  cheeks  be  dry  ? 
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Let  floods  of  penitential  grief 
Burst  forth  from  every  eye. 

The  Son  of  God  in  tears 
Angels  with  wonder  see ; 

Be  thou  astonished,  O  my  soul ; 
He  shed  those  tears  for  thee. 

He  wept  that  we  might  weep  ; 

Each  sin  demands  a  tear ; 
In  heaven  alone  no  sin  is  found, 

And  there's  no  weeping  there. 


155.  L.  Iff.  Watts. 

Leaving  us  ax  example.  —  1  Pet.  2  :  21. 

1.  My  dear  Redeemer,  and  my  Lord, 
I  read  my  duty  in  Thy  word ; 
But  in  Thy  life  the  law  appears, 
Drawn  out  in  living  characters. 

2.  Such  was  Thy  truth,  and  such  Thy  zeal, 
Such  deference  to  Thy  Father's  will, 
Such  love,  and  meekness  so  divine, 

I  would  transcribe  and  make  them  mine. 

3.  Cold  mountains  and  the  midnight  air 
Witnessed  the  fervor  of  Thy  prayer ; 
The  desert  Thy  temptations  knew, 
Thy  conflict  and  Thy  victory  too. 

4.  Be  Thou  my  pattern ;  make  me  bear 
More  of  Thy  gracious  image  here ; 
Then  God,  the  Judge,  shall  own  my  name 
Amongst  the  followers  of  the  Lamb. 

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CHRIST. 

156.  L.  M.  J.  E.  Smith. 

It  is  I;  be  not  afraid.  — Matt.  14  :  27. 

1.  When  Power  divine,  in  mortal  form, 
Hushed  with  a  word  the  raging  storm, 
In  soothing  accents  Jesus  said, 

"  Lo,  it  is  I ;  be  not  afraid." 

2.  Blessed  be  the  voice  that  breathes  from  heaven, 
To  every  heart  in  sunder  riven, 

When  love,  and  joy,  and  hope  are  fled, 
"  Lo,  it  is  I ;  be  not  afraid." 

3.  And  when  the  last  dread  hour  is  come, 
While  shuddering  Nature  waits  her  doom, 
This  voice  shall  call  the  pious  dead, 

"  Lo,  it  is  I ;  be  not  afraid." 

157-  C.  M.  CWper. 

With  desire  I  have  desired  to  eat  this  passover.  —  Luke  22  :  15. 

1.  The  Saviour!  what  a  noble  flame 

Was  kindled  in  His  breast, 
When,  hasting  to  Jerusalem, 
He  marched  before  the  rest ! 

2.  Good  will  to  men,  and  zeal  for  God, 

His  every  thought  engross ; 
He  longs  to  be  baptized  with  blood ; 
He  pants  to  reach  the  cross. 

3.  With  all  His  sufferings  full  in  view, 

And  woes  to  us  unknown, 
Forth  to  the  task  His  spirit  flew ; 
'Twas  love  that  urged  Him  on. 
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4.  Lord,  we  return  Thee  what  we  can ; 

Our  heart-  shall  sound  abroad 
Salvation  to  the  dying  Man, 
And  to  the  rising  God. 

5.  And  while  Thy  bleeding  glories  here 

Engage  our  wondering  eyes, 
We  learn  our  lighter  cross  to  bear, 
And  hasten  to  the  skies. 


158.  L.  M.  Bache. 

Behold  how  He  loved  him  !  —  John  U  :  36. 

1.  "  See  how  He  loved !  "  exclaimed  the  Jews, 

As  tender  tears  from  Jesus  fell ; 
My  grateful  heart  the  thought  pursues, 
And  on  the  theme  delights  to  dwell. 

2.  "  See  how  He  loved."  who  travelled  on, 

Teaching  the  doctrine  from  the  skies ; 
Who  bade  disease  and  pain  begone, 
And  called  the  sleeping  dead  to  rise. 

3.  u  See  how  He  loved,"  who  never  shrank 

From  toil  or  danger,  pain  or  death ; 
"Who  all  the  cup  of  sorrow  drank, 
And  meekly  yielded  up  His  breath. 

4.  Such  love  can  we  unmoved  survey  ? 

O,  may  our  breasts  with  ardor  glow, 
To  tread  His  steps.  His  laws  obey. 
And  thus  our  warm  affections  show. 
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CHRIST. 

159.  L.  M.  Raffles. 

Abide  with  us.  — Luke  24  :  29. 

1.  Abide  with  us ;  the  evening  shades 

Begin  already  to  prevail ; 
And,  as  the  lingering  twilight  fades, 
Dark  clouds  along  the  horizon  sail. 

2.  Abide  with  us ;  and  still  unfold 

Thy  sacred,  Thy  prophetic  lore ; 
What  wondrous  things  of  Jesus  told  ! 
Stranger,  we  thirst,  we  pant  for  more. 

3.  Abide  with  us ;  our  hearts  are  cold ; 

We  thought  that  Israel  He'd  restore ; 

But  sweet  the  truths  Thy  lips  have  told, 

And,  Stranger,  we  complain  no  more. 

4.  Abide  with  us ;  amazed  they  cry, 

As,  suddenly,  whilst  breaking  bread, 
Their  own  lost  Jesus  meets  their  eye, 
With  radiant  glory  on  His  head ! 

160.  lis.  De  Fleury. 

He  wext  forth  with  His  disciples  over  the  brook  Cedro>\— -John  IS:  L 

1.  Thou  soft-flowing  Cedron,  by  thy  silver  stream 
Our  Saviour,  at  midnight,  when  moonlight's   pale 

beam 
Shone  bright  on  thy  waters,  would  frequently  stray, 
And  lose  in  thy  murmurs  the  toils  of  the  day. 

2.  How  damp  were  the  vapors  that  fell  on  His  head ! 
How  hard  was  His  pillow,  how  humble  His  bed ! 
The  angels,  astonished,  grew  sad  at  the  sight, 
And  followed  their  Master  with  solemn  delight. 


LIFE    AND    MINISTRY. 

O  garden  of  Olivet,  dear,  honored  spot, 
Thy  name  and  thy  wonders  shall  ne'er  be  forgot ; 
The  theme  most  transporting  to  seraphs  ab< 
The  triumph  of  sorrow,  the  triumph  of  love. 

Come,  saints,  and  adore  Him  ;  come  bow  at  Hi-  feet ; 
().  Lriv<-  Him  the  glory,  the  praise  that  is  meet; 
Let  joyful  hosannas  unceasing  arise. 

And  join  the  grand  chorus  that  gladdens  the  skies. 


161.  L.    M.  MlLMAN. 

BznoLD,  tht  Kixg  cometu.  —  John  12  :  15. 

1.  Ride  on,  ride  on  in  majesty; 
Hark!  all  the  tribes  hosanna  cry; 
Thy  humble  beast  pursues  his  road. 

With  palms  and  scattered  garments  strewed. 

2.  Ride  on,  ride  on  in  majesty; 
In  lowly  pomp  ride  on  to  die  : 

O  Christ,  Thy  triumphs  now  begin 
O'er  captive  death  and  conquered  sin. 

3.  Ride  on.  ride  on  in  majesty: 

The  winged  squadrons  of  the  sky 

Look  down  with  sad  and  wondering  eyes, 

To  see  the  approaching  sacrifice. 

4.  Ride  on,  ride  on  in  majesty; 

Thy  last  and  fiercest  strife  is  nigh ; 
The  Father,  on  His  sapphire  throne, 
Expects  His  own  anointed  Son. 

5.  Ride  on,  ride  on  in  majesty  : 
In  lowly  pomp  ride  on  to  die ; 

Bow  Thy  meek  head  to  mortal  pain ; 
Then  take.  0  God.  Thy  power,  and  reign. 
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162.  L.  St.  Pratt's  Coll. 

H08A5VA  IN"  THE  niGHEST.  —  Matt.  21  :  9. 

1.  TTiiat  are  those  soul-re viving  strains 
Which  echo  thus  from  Salem's  plains? 
What  anthems  loud,  and  louder  still, 
Sweetly  resound  from  Zion's  hill ? 

2.  Lo,  'tis  an  infant  chorus  sings 
Ilosanna  to  the  King  of  kings  : 

The  Saviour  comes,  and  babes  proclaim 
Salvation  sent  in  Jesus'  name. 

3.  Nor  these  alone  their  voice  shall  raise, 
For  we  will  join  this  song  of  praise  ; 
Still  Israel's  children  forward  pn 

To  hail  the  Lord  their  Righteousness.  > 

4.  Messiah's  name  shall  joy  impart 
Alike  to  Jew  and  Gentile  heart : 
He  bled  for  us.  He  bled  for  you, 
And  we  will  sing  hosanna  too. 

5.  Proclaim  hosannas,  loud  and  clear ; 
See  David's  Son  and  Lord  appear  : 
Glory  and  praise  on  earth  be  given ; 
Hosanna  in  the  highest  heaven. 

163.  7s.  Montgomery. 

That  I  may  kxow  Him,  and  the  power  of  His  resurrection.—  Phil.  3  : 

1.  Go  to  dark  Gethsemane, 

Ye  that  feel  the  tempter's  power ; 
Your  Redeemer's  conflict  see ; 

Watch  with  Him  one  bitter  hour. 
Turn  not  from  His  griefs  away  ; 
Learn  of  Jesus  Christ  to  pray. 
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2.  Follow  to  the  judgment  hall ; 

View  the  Lord  of  fife  arraigned: 
O,  the  wormwood  and  the  gall  ! 

O,  the  pangs  His  soul  sustained! 
Shun  not  suffering,  shame,  or  loss  ; 
Learn  of  Him  to  bear  the  cross. 

3.  Calvary's  mournful  mountain  climb  ; 

There,  adoring  at  His  feet, 
Mark  that  miracle  of  time, 

God's  own  sacrifice  complete  : 
"  It  is  finished  !  "  hear  the  cry  ; 
Learn  of  Jesus  Christ  to  die. 

4.  Early  hasten  to  the  tomb 

Where  they  laid  His  breathless  clay ; 
All  is  solitude  and  gloom  ; 

Who  hath  taken  Him  away  ? 
Christ  is  risen  ;  lie  meets  our  eyes : 
Saviour,  teach  us  so  to  rise. 


164.  8s  &  6s.  S.  F.  Smith. 

I'xto  A  place  called  Getiisemaxe.  —  Matt.  2G  :  3G. 

1.  Beyond  where  Cedron's  waters  How, 
Behold  the  suffering  Saviour  so 

To  sad  Gethsemane  ; 
His  countenance  is  all  divine, 
Yet  grief  appears  in  every  line. 

2.  He  bows  beneath  the  sins  of  men  ; 
He  cries  to  God,  and  cries  again, 

In  sad  Gethsemane  ; 
He  lifts  His  mournful  eyes  above  : 
"  My  Father,  can  this  cup  remove  ?  " 
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3.  With  gentle  resignation  still 
He  yielded  to  His  Father's  will. 

In  sad  ( rethsemane  ; 

"  Behold  Me  here,  Thine  only  Son  ; 
And,  Father,  let  Thy  will  be  done." 

4.  The  Father  heard  ;  and  angels,  there, 
Sustained  the  Son  of  God  in  prayer. 

In  sad  Gethsemane ; 
He  drank  the  dreadful  cup  of  pain, 
Then  rose  to  life  and  joy  again. 


165.  L.  M.  Tappan. 

AXT>   THERE   APPEARED  AX  ANGEL   UHTO   IIlM   FROM    HEAVEX   STELXGTIIEX I>'G 
Hlil.  —  Luke  22  :  4-L!. 

1.  'Tis  midnight ;  and  on  Olive's  brow 

The  star  is  dimmed  that  lately  shone  : 
'Tis  midnight  :  in  the  garden,  now, 
The  suffering  Saviour  prays  alone. 

2.  'Tis  midnight ;  and,  from  all  removed. 

The  Saviour  wrestles  lone  with  fears ; 
E'en  that  disciple  whom  He  loved 

Heeds  not  his  Master's  grief  and  tears. 

3.  'Tis  midnight ;  and  for  others'  guilt 

The  Man  of  Sorrows  weeps  in  blood ; 
Yet  He  that  hath  in  anguish  knelt 
Is  not  forsaken  by  His  God. 

4.  'Tis  midnight  ;  and  from  ether  plains 

Is  borne  the  song  that  angels  know  ; 
Unheard  by  mortals  are  the  strains 

That  sweetly  soothe  the  Saviour's  woe. 
120 


LIFE    AND    MINISTRY. 

166.  7s.  Hart. 

Beixg  ix  ax  agoxy,  ITe  peayed  moee  eaexestly.  — Luke  22:  44. 

1.  Many  woes  had  Christ  endured, 

Many  sore  temptations  met, 
Patient  and  to  pains  inured ; 

But  the  sorest  trial  vet 
Was  to  be  sustained  in  thee, 
Gloomv,  sad  Gethsemane. 

2.  Came  at  length  the  dreadful  night ; 

Vengeance,  with  its  iron  rod, 
Stood,  and  with  collected  might. 

Bruised  the  harmless  Lamb  of  God  : 
See,  my  soul,  my  Saviour  see, 
Prostrate  in  Gethsemane. 

3.  There  my  God  bore  all  my  guilt : 

This,  through  grace,  can  be  believed  ; 
But  the  horrors  which  He  felt 

Are  too  vast  to  be  conceived : 
None  can  penetrate  through  thee. 
Doleful,  dark  Gethsemane. 

4.  Sins  against  a  holy  God, 

Sins  against  His  righteous  laws. 
Sins  against  His  love,  His  blood. 

Sins  against  His  name  and  cause  — 
Sins  immense  as  is  the  sea  ! 
Hide  me.  0  Gethsemane. 

5.  Here's  my  claim,  and  here  alone ; 

None  a  Saviour  more  can  need  ; 
Deeds  of  righteousness  IYe  none  ; 

No,  not  one  good  work  to  plead  : 
Not  a  glimpse  of  hope  for  me, 
Only  in  Gethsemane. 
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CHRIST. 

Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost, 
One  Almighty  God  of  love, 

Hymned  by  all  the  heavenly  host 
In  Thy  shining  courts  above  — 

We  poor  sinners,  gracious  Three, 

Bless  Thee  for  Gethsemane. 


167.  L.  M.  Kelly. 

Behold  the  Max.  —  John  19:  5. 

1.  Behold  the  Man  !    How  glorious  He  ! 

Before  His  foes  He  stands  unawed, 
And  without  wrong  or  blasphemy, 
He  claims  equality  with  God. 

2.  Behold  the  Man  !  by  all  condemned, 

Assaulted  by  a  host  of  foes, 
His  person  and  His  claims  contemned, 
A  man  of  sufferings  and  of  woes. 

3.  Behold  the  Man  !    He  stands  alone  ; 

His  foes  are  ready  to  devour ; 
Not  one  of  all  His  friends  will  own 
Their  Master  in  this  trying  hour. 

4.  Behold  the  Man  !     So  weak  He  seems, 

His  awful  word  inspires  no  fear ; 

But  soon  must  he  who  now  blasphemes 

Before  His  judgment  seat  appear. 

5.  Behold  the  Man  !     Though  scorned  below, 

He  bears  the  greatest  name  above  ; 
The  angels  at  His  footstool  bow, 
And  all  His  royal  claims  approve. 
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DEATH.    BESCKRECTIOX,    AM 

CHEIST.  —  DEATH.   RESURRECTU  >N, 
AND   GLORY. 

1CS.  L.  11  Sn 

Hi  is  beougei  as  a  lam:  r     nn  u    .:..—  :     ' 

1.   Stretched  on  the  cross,  the  Saviour  dies  : 
Hark  !  His  expiring  groan-  ark    ; 
S   >.  from  His  hands.  His  i  side, 

Runs  down  the  sacred,  crimson  :: 

'2.  And  didst  Thou  bleed  ?  for  sinners 
And  could  the  sun  behold  the  de 
N  withdrew  his  sickening  ray. 

And  darkness  veiled  the  mourning  di 

3.  Can  I  survey  this  scene  of  woe. 
Where  mingling  grief  and  won.!.:  ::     \ 

1  yet  my  heart  unmoved  remain. 
Insensible  to  love  or  pain  ? 

4.  Come,  dearest  Lord.  Thy  power  impart, 
To  warm  tins  cold,  this 

Till  all  its  powers  and  passions  move 
In  mtltine  grief  and  ardent  love. 


169.  L.  M.  S.  Stehnket. 

It  i>  Fir:?: —   —  "  zr.  I." 

1.  Tis  finished  !     So  the  Saviour  ca 

And  meekly  bowed  His  he:  "..  I  : 

5,  '  :-  run. 

The  battle  fought,  the  n. 

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CHRIST. 

2.  'Tis  finished  !     Let  the  joyful  sound 
Be  heard  through  all  the  nations  round : 
'Tis  finished  !     Let  the  eeho  fly, 
Through  heaven  and  hell,  through  earth  and  sky. 

DOXOLOGY. 

Praise  God  the  Father,  and  the  Son, 
And  God  the  Spirit,  Three  in  One. 
Ye  hosts  above,  His  praise  proclaim, 
And  every  creature  say,  Amen. 


170. 


8s,  7s,  &  4. 


Francis. 


I  have  finished  tiie  woek.  —  John  17:  4. 


1.  Hark  !  the  voice  of  love  and  mercy 

Sounds  aloud  from  Calvary ; 
See  !  it  rends  the  rocks  asunder, 

Shakes  the  earth,  and  veils  the  sky  : 

*  It  is  finished  !  " 
Hear  the  dying  Saviour  cry. 

2.  "  It  is  finished  !  "     O,  what  pleasure 

Do  these  charming  words  afford ! 
Heavenly  blessings,  without  measure, 
Flow  to  us  from  Christ  the  Lord : 

"  It  is  finished  !  " 
Saints,  the  dying  words  record. 

3.  Tune  your  harps  anew,  ye  seraphs, 

Join  to  sing  the  pleasing  theme  ; 
All  on  earth,  and  all  in  heaven, 
Join  to  praise  Immanuel's  name  : 

Hallelujah  ! 
Glory  to  the  bleeding  Lamb. 
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DEATH.    RESURRECTION,    AND    GLORY. 

171.  8s  &  7s.  Robixsox. 

Made  xigii  ey  tiie  elood  of  Christ.  — Eph.  2:  13. 

1.  Sweet  the  moments,  rich  in  blessing, 

Which  before  the  cross  I  spend  ; 

Life,  and  health,  and  peace  possessing, 

From  the  sinner's  dying  Friend. 

2.  Truly  blessed  is  this  station. 

Low  before  His  cross  to  lie, 
While  I  see  divine  compassion, 

Beaming  in  His  gracious  eye. 

3.  Love  and  grief  my  heart  dividing, 

With  my  tears  His  feet  I'll  bathe  ; 
Constant  still,  in  faith  abiding, 
Life  deriving  from  His  death. 

4.  May  I  still  enjoy  this  feeling, 

Still  to  my  Redeemer  go, 
Prove  His  wounds  each  day  more  healing, 
And  Himself  more  truly  know. 

172.  L.  M.  Watts. 

It  eeiioved  Chp.ist  to  suffer  and  to  eise  from  the  dead.  — Luke  24  :  tt 

1.  He  die- !  the  Friend  of  sinners  dies  ! 

Lo.  Salem's  daughters  weep  around ; 
A  solemn  darkness  veils  the  skies  ; 

A  sudden  trembling  shakes  the  ground. 

2.  Come,  saints,  and  drop  a  tear  or  two 

On  the  dear  bosom  of  your  God ; 
He  shed  a  thousand  drops  for  you  — 
A  thousand  drops  of  richer  blood. 
.  125 


, 


CHRIST. 

3.  Here's  love  and  grief  beyond  degree ; 

The  Lord  of  glory  dies  for  men  ! 
But,  lo,  what  sudden  joys  I  see  ! 
Jesus,  the  dead,  revives  again. 

4.  The  rising  God  forsakes  the  tomb  ; 

Up  to  His  Father's  court  He  flies  ; 
Cherubic  legions  guard  Him  home, 
And  shout  Him  welcome  to  the  skies. 

5.  Break  off  your  tears,  ye  saints,  and  tell 

How  high  our  great  Deliverer  reigns  ; 
Sing  how  He  spoiled  the  hosts  of  hell, 
And  led  the  monster  Death  in  chains. 

6.  Say,  "  Live  forever,  wondrous  King, 

Born  to  redeem,  and  strong  to  save  ! " 
Then  ask  the  monster,  "  Where's  thy  sting  ? 
And  where's  thy  victory,  boasting  Grave  ?  " 


173.  C.  M.  Gregg. 

Seex  of  angels.  — 1  Tim.  3  :  16. 

1.  Beyond  the  glittering  starry  skies, 

Far  as  the  eternal  hills, 
Yon  heaven  of  heavens  with  living  light 
Our  great  Redeemer  fills. 

2.  Legions  of  angels,  strong  and  fair, 

In  countless  armies  shine, 
And  swell  His  praise  with  golden  harps, 
Attuned  to  songs  divine. 

3.  "  Hail,  Prince  !  "  they  cry,  "  forever  hail ! 

Whose  unexampled  love 
Moved  Thee  to  quit  those  glorious  realms 
And  royalties  above." 
120  . 


DEATH,  RESURRECTION,  AND  GLORY. 

4.  While  He  did  condescend  on  earth 

To  suffer  grief  and  pain. 
They  cast  their  honors  at  His  fcet, 
And  waited  in  His  train. 

5.  They  saw  His  heart  transfixed  with  wound-, 

With  love  and  grief  run  o'er  ; 
They  saw  Him  break  the  bars  of  death. 
Which  none  e'er  brake  before. 

6.  They  brought  His  chariot  from  above. 

To  bear  Him  to  His  throne  ; 
Clapped  their  triumphant  wings,  and  cried 
"  The  glorious  work  is  done  ! '' 

174.  C.  M.       S.Wesley.  Sex. 

AXD  THEY  CRUCIFIED  IIlM.  —  Matt.  27  :  35. 

1.  Behold  the  Saviour  of  mankind 

Nailed  to  the  shameful  tree  ; 
How  vast  the  love  that  Him  inclined 
To  bleed  and  die  for  thee  ! 

2.  Hark,  how  He  groans !  while  nature  shakes. 

And  earth's  strong  pillars  bend ; 
The  temple's  veil  in  sunder  breaks, 
The  solid  marbles  rend. 

3.  'Tis  done  ;  the  precious  ransom's  paid ; 

u  Receive  My  soul,"  He  cries : 
See  where  He  bows  His  sacred  head ; 
He  bows  His  head,  and  dies. 

4.  Though  far  unequal  our  low  praise 

To  Thy  vast  sufferings  prove. 
0  Lamb  of  God.  thus  all  our  days, 
Thus  will  we  grieve  and  love. 
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CHRIST. 

175.  8s  &  fa. 

IIe  delivered  TTim  to  be  crucified. —  Matt.  27:  20. 

1.  'Twas  the  day  when  God's  Anointed 
Died  for  us  the  death  appointed, 

Bleeding  on  the  dreadful  cross ; 
Day  of  darkness,  day  of  terror, 
Deadly  fruit  of  ancient  error, 

Nature's  fall,  and  Eden's  loss  ! 

2.  Haste,  prepare  the  bitter  chalice ! 
Gentile  hate  and  Jewish  malice 

Lift  the  royal  Victim  high ; 
Like  the  serpent,  wonder-gifted, 
Which  the  prophet  once  uplifted, 

For  a  sinful  world  to  die. 

3.  Conscious  of  the  deed  unholy, 
Nature's  pulses  beat  more  slowly, 

And  the  sun  his  light  denied ; 
Darkness  wrapped  the  sacred  city, 
And  the  earth  with  fear  and  pity 

Trembled  when  the  Just  One  died. 

4.  It  is  finished,  Man  of  sorrows  ! 
From  Thy  cross  our  nature  borrows 

Strength  to  bear  and  conquer  thus : 
"While  exalted  there  we  view  Thee, 
Mighty  Sufferer,  draw  us  to  Thee, 

Sufferer  victorious. 

5.  Not  in  vain  for  us  uplifted, 
Man  of  sorrows,  wonder-gifted, 

May  that  sacred  symbol  be  ; 
Eminent  amid  the  ages, 
Guide  of  heroes  and  of  sages  ; 

May  it  guide  us  still  to  Thee. 
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DEATH,    RESURRECTION,    AND    GLORY. 

176.  L.  M.  Watts. 

CONTORMABLE   U.VTO   HlS   DE ATn.  —  Phil.  3  :  10. 

1.  When  I  survey  the  wondrous  cross. 

On  which  the  Prince  of  glory  died; 
My  richest  gain  I  count  but  loss, 
And  pour  contempt  on  all  my  pride. 

2.  Forbid  it,  Lord,  that  I  should  boast, 

Save  in  the  death  of  Christ,  my  God ; 
All  the  vain  things  that  charm  me  most, 
I  sacrifice  them  to  His  blood. 

3.  See  from  His  head,  His  hands.  His  feet, 

Sorrow  and  love  flow  mingled  down ; 
Did  e'er  such  love  and  sorrow  meet  ? 
Or  thorns  compose  so  rich  a  crown  ? 

4.  "Were  the  whole  realm  of  nature  mine, 

That  were  a  present  far  too  small ; 
Love,  so  amazing,  so  divine. 

Demands  my  soul,  my  life,  my  all. 

177.  L.    M.  COLLYEB. 

His  great  love  therewith  He  loved  rs.—  Eph.  2:  4. 

1.  Soft  be  the  gently-breathing  notes 

That  sing  the  Saviour's  dying  love ; 
Soft  as  the  evening  zephyr  floats. 

And  soft  as  tuneful  lyres  above : 
Soft  as  the  morning  dews  descend. 

While  warbling  birds  exulting  soar, 
So  soft  to  our  almighty  Friend. 

Be  every  sigh  our  bosoms  pour. 

2.  Pure  as  the  sun's  enlivening  ray, 

That  scatters  life  and  joy  abroad ; 
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CHRIST. 

Pure  as  the  lucid  orb  of  day, 

That  wide  proclaims  its  Maker,  God; 

Pure  as  the  breath  of  vernal  skies, 
So  pure  let  our  contrition  be ; 

And  purely  let  our  sorrows  rise 
To  Hun  who  bled  upon  the  tree. 

178.  8s  &  7s.  Bo  wring. 

God  forbid  that  I  should  glory,  save  nr  the  cross  of  our  Lord 
Jesus  Christ. —  Gal.  0  :  14. 

1.  In  the  cross  of  Christ  I  glory, 

Towering  o'er  the  wrecks  of  time ; 
All  the  light  of  sacred  story 
Gathers  round  its  head  sublime. 

2.  When  the  woes  of  life  o'ertake  me, 

Hopes  deceive,  and  fears  annoy, 
Never  shall  the  cross  forsake  me ; 
Lo,  it  glows  with  peace  and  joy. 

3.  When  the  sun  of  bliss  is  beaming 

Light  and  love  upon  my  way, 
From  the  cross  the  radiance  streaming 
Adds  new  lustre  to  the  day. 

4.  Bane  and  blessing,  pain  and  pleasure, 

By  the  cross  are  sanctified  ; 
Peace  is  there  that  knows  no  measure, 
Joys  that  through  all  time  abide. 

5.  In  the  cross  of  Christ  I  glory, 

Towering  o'er  the  wrecks  of  time ; 
All  the  light  of  sacred  story 

Gathers  round  its  head  sublime. 
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DEATH.    RESURRECTION,    AXD    GLORY. 

179.  L.    ML  \VlTHIXGTOX. 

IlE   WAS   BRUISED  FOB  OUE  INIQUITIES.  —  Is.  S3  :  o. 

1.  0  Saviour  of  a  world  undone, 
Whose  dying  sorrows  blot  the  sun, 
Whose  painful  groans  and  bowing  head 

Could  rend  the  veil  and  wake  the  dead. 
Say.  from  that  execrated  tree 
Descends  the  ruddy  tide  for  me  ? 

2.  For  me  did  He  who  reigns  above, 
The  object  of  paternal  love. 
Consent  a  servant's  form  to  bear 
That  I  a  kingly  crown  might  wear  ? 
Is  I  lis  deep  loss  my  boundless  gain, 
And  comes  my  victory  from  His  pain  ? 

3.  O,  let  me  own  the  deep  decree 
That  wounded  Him  and  rescued  me  ; 
His  death.  His  cross.  His  funeral  sleep, 
Instruct  repentance  how  to  weep ; 

He  poured  for  me  the  vital  flood  ; 
My  tears  shall  mingle  with  His  blood. 

4.  His  cross  disarms  temptation's  power; 
His  cross  can  cheer  the  dying  hour, 
Make  every  holy  doctrine  clear, 
And  each  connected  precept  dear ; 
And  not  a  duty,  or  a  loss, 

But  love  can  nail  it  to  His  cross. 

180.  7s.  .  Collyer. 

Come,  see  the  place  where  the  Lord  lay.  —  Matt.  28  :  6. 

1.  MORNING  breaks  upon  the  tomb ; 
Jesus  dissipates  its  gloom  : 
Day  of  triumph,  through  the  skies, 
See  the  glorious  Saviour  rise. 
131 


CHRIST. 

2.  Ye  who  are  of  death  afraid, 
Triumph  in  the  scattered  shade; 
Drive  your  anxious  cares  away  ; 
See  the  place  where  Jesus  lay. 

3.  Christians,  dry  your  flowing  tears; 
Chase  your  unbelieving  fears ; 
Look  on  His  deserted  grave ; 
Doubt  no  more  His  power  to  save. 


181. 


7s. 


Rippon's  Coll. 


He  is  >'OT  iiere  :  for  nE  is  kisex,  as  He  said. —  Matt.  23:  G 

1.  Christ,  the  Lord,  is  risen  to-day, 
Sons  of  men,  and  angels,  say ; 
Raise  your  joys  and  triumphs  high ! 
Sing,  ye  heavens,  and,  earth,  reply. 

2.  Love's  redeeming  work  is  done, 
Fought  the  fight,  the  battle  won ; 
Lo,  the  sun's  eclipse  is  o'er ; 

Lo,  he  sets  in  blood  no  more. 

3.  Tain  the  stone,  the  watch,  the  seal ; 
Christ  has  burst  the  gates  of  hell ; 
Death  in  vain  forbids  His  rise ; 
Christ  hath  opened  paradise. 

4.  Lives  again  our  glorious  King ; 

"  Where,  O  Death,  is  now  thy  sting  ?  " 

Once  He  died  our  souls  to  save  ; 

"  Where's  thy  victory,  boasting  Grave  ? ' 

5.  Soar  we  now  where  Christ  has  led, 
Following  our  exalted  Head ; 
Made  like  Him,  like  Him  we  rise ; 
Ours  the  cross,  the  grave,  the  skies. 

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DEATH,  RESURRECTION,  AXD  GLORY. 

182.  S.  M.         Kelly. 

The  Loud  is  risen  indeed.  — Luke  2-1  :  34. 

1.  "The  Lord  is  risen  indeed;" 

Then  hell  lias  lost  his  prey ; 
With  Him  is  risen  the  ransomed  seed 
To  reign  in  endless  day. 

2.  "  The  Lord  is  risen  indeed ; " 

He  lives,  to  die  no  more ; 
He  lives  the  sinner's  eanse  to  plead,  • 

Whose  enrse  and  shame  He  bore. 

3.  u  The  Lord  is  risen  indeed ; " 

Attending  angels,  hear ; 
L^p  to  the  courts  of  heaven,  with  speed, 
The  joyful  tidings  bear. 

4.  Then  take  your  golden  lyres, 

And  strike  each  cheerful  chord ; 
Join  all  the  bright,  celestial  choirs, 
To  sing  our  risen  Lord. 

DOXOLOGY. 

Give  to  the  Father  praise, 

Give  glory  to  the  Son  ; 
And  to  the  Spirit  of  His  grace, 

Be  equal  honor  done. 

183.  7s.  Scott. 

The  angel  of  the  Lord  descended  from  heaven.  —  Matt.  23  :  2. 

1.  Angels,  roll  the  rock  away ; 
Death,  yield  up  thy  mighty  prey ; 
See,  He  rises  from  the  tomb, 
Glowing  with  immortal  bloom. 
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CHRIST. 

2.  'Tis  the  Saviour  !  angels,  raise 
Fame's  eternal  trump  of  praise  ; 
Let  the  earth's  remotest  bound 
Hear  the  joy -inspiring  sound. 

3.  Now,  ye  saints,  lifr  up  your  qjqs9 
Now  to  glory  see  Him  rise 

In  long  triumph  up  the  sky, 
Up  to  waiting  worlds  on  high. 

4.  Heaven  displays  her  portal-  wide ; 
Glorious  Hero,  through  them  ride; 
King  of  glory,  mount  Thy  throne. 
Thy  great  Father's  and  Thine  own. 

5.  Praise  Him.  all  ye  heavenly  choirs, 
Praise,  and  sweep  your  golden  lyres ; 
Shout.  O  earth,  in  rapturous  song : 
Let  the  strains  be  sweet  and  strong. 

6.  Every  note  with  wonder  swell, 
Sin  o'erthrown.  and  eaptived  hell; 
Where  is  hell's  once  dreaded  king? 
Where,  0  Death,  thy  mortal  sting? 


184.  L.  M.  Watts. 

Sit  Thou  at  My  eight  hand.- Ts.  110  :  1. 

1.  Thus  the  eternal  Father  spake 

To  Christ  the  Son :   "  Ascend  and  sit 
At  My  right  hand,  till  I  shall  make 
Thy  foes  submissive  at  Thy  feet. 

2.  -From  Zion  shall  Thy  word  proceed; 

Thy  word,  the  sceptre  in  Thy  hand. 
Shall  make  the  hearts  of  rebels  bleed. 
And  bow  their  wills  to  Thy  command. 
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DEATH,  RESURRECTION,  AM)  GLORY. 

3.  "That  day  shall  show  Tl  a     at, 

When  saints  shall  flock  with  willing  minds, 
And  sinners  crowd  Thy  tern 
Where  holiness  in  I 

4.  O  blessed  power !   0  glorious  cL      ! 

What  a  large  victory  shall  ensue  ! 

And  converts,  who  Thy  grace  ol 
Exceed  the  drops  of  morning  dew. 


185.  H.  M.  Doddridge. 

Thet  had  also  bees  a  vision  of  a>-gel3,  which  said  i:: 

ALIVE.  — Luke  21  ;    - 

1.  Yes,  the  Redeemer  r 

The  Saviour  left  the  de 

r  our  hellish  ft    - 
High  raised  His  conquering  head. 


In  wild  dismay. 
The  guards  around 


Fell  to  the  ground, 

And  sunk  away. 


2.  Lo,  the  angelic  bands 

In  full  assembly  meet, 
To  wait  His  high  comm 

And  worship  at  Hi-  : 


Joyful  they  come, 
And  wing  their  way 


From  realms  of  day 
To  such  a  tomb. 


3.  Then  back  to  heaven  they  fly. 
And  the  glad  tidings  bear ; 
Hark  !  as  they  soar  on  high, 
What  music  fills  the  air  ! 


Their  anthem- 
°  Jesus,  who  bled, 


Hath  lead ; 

He  rose  to-day." 


4.  Ye  mortals,  catch  the  sound. 
Redeemed  by  Him  from  hell, 
1*5 


CHRIST. 

And  send  the  echo  round 

The  globe  on  which  you  dwell ; 


Transported  cry, 
"Jesus,  who  bled, 


Hath  left  the  dead, 
No  more  to  die." 


5.  All  hail,  triumphant  Lord, 

AVI  10  sav'st  us  with  Thy  blood ; 
Wide  be  Thy  name  adored, 
Thou  rising:,  rei^nin^  God. 


With  Thee  we  rise, 
With  Thee  we  reign, 


And  empires  gain 
Beyond  the  skies. 


186.  L.  M.  C.  Wesley. 

Lift  up  your  heads,  O  ye  gates.  —  Ps.  24  :  7. 

1.  Our  Lord  is  risen  from  the  dead, 

Our  Jesus  is  gone  up  on  high ; 
The  powers  of  hell  are  captive  led, 
Dragged  to  the  portals  of  the  sky. 

2.  There  His  triumphal  chariot  waits, 

And  angels  chant  the  solemn  lay : 
Lift  up  your  heads,  ye  heavenly  gates ; 
Ye  everlasting  doors,  give  way. 

S.  Loose  all  your  bars  of  massy  light, 

And  wide  unfold  the  ethereal  scene ; 
He  claims  these  mansions  as  His  right ; 
Receive  the  King  of  glory  in. 

4.  Who  is  the  King  of  glory  —  who  ? 

The  Lord,  that  all  our  foes  o'ercame, 
The  world,  sin,  death,  and  hell  o'erthrew ; 
And  Jesus  is  the  Conqueror's  name. 
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DEATH.    RESURRECTION,    AND    GLORY, 

5.  Lo,  His  triumphal  chariot  waits; 

And  angels  chant  the  solemn  lay : 
Lift  up  your  heads,  ye  heavenly  gates ; 
Ye  everlasting  doors,  give  way. 

6.  Whp  is  this  King  of  glory  —  who? 

The  Lord,  ot'  glorious  power  possessed ; 
The  King  of  saints  and  angels  too, 
God  over  all,  forever  blessed. 

187.  C.  M.  Tate  &  Beadt. 

Who  is  this  Kara  of  Gloky  ?  — Ps.  Hi  :  S. 

1.  Euect  your  heads,  eternal  gates, 

Unfold,  to  entertain 
The  King  of  glory !  see,  He  comes 
With  His  celestial  train. 

2.  Who  is  this  King  of  glory  —  who  ? 

The  Lord,  for  strength  renowned ; 
In  battle  mighty  ;  o'er  His  foes 
Eternal  Victor  crowned. 

3.  Erect  your  heads,  ye  gates,  unfold 

In  state,  to  entertain 
The  King  of  glory :  see.  He  comes 
"With  all  His  shining  train. 

4.  Who  is  this  King  of  glory  —  who  ? 

The  Lord  of  hosts  renowned ; 
Of  glory  He  alone  is  King. 
Who  is  with  glory  crowned. 
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ciiuist. 
188.  L.  M.  Watts. 

Thou  iia.st  ascended  ox  high.  —  Ps.(X:]-. 

1.  Lord,  when  Thou  didst  ascend  on  high, 
Ten  thousand  angels  filled  the  sky: 
Those  heavenly  guards  around  Thee  wait, 
Like  chariots  that  attend  Thy  state. 

2.  Not  Sinai's  mountain  could  appear 
More  glorious  when  the  Lord  was  there; 
While  He  pronounced  His  dreadful  law, 
And  struck  the  chosen  tribes  with  awe. 

3.  How  bright  the  triumph  none  can  tell, 
When  the  rebellious  powers  of  hell, 
That  thousand  souls  had  captive  made, 
Were  all  in  chains,  like  captives,  led. 

4.  Raised  by  His  Father  to  the  throne, 
He  sent  the  promised  Spirit  down, 
With  gifts  and  grace  for  rebel  men, 
That  God  might  dwell  on  earth  again. 


189.  C.  M.  Watts. 

A  CLOUD  RECEIVED  HlM   OUT   OF   THEIR   SIGHT.  —  Acts  1  :  9. 

1.  HOSAKNA  to  the  Prince  of  Light, 

That  clothed  Himself  in  clay, 
Entered  the  iron  gates  of  death, 
And  tore  the  bars  away. 

2.  Death  is  no  more  the  king  of  dread, 

Since  our  Immanuel  rose  ; 
He  took  the  tyrant's  sting  away, 
And  spoiled  our  hellish  foes. 
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DEATH,    RESURRECTION,    AND    GLORY. 

3.  See,  how  the  Conqueror  mounts  aloft,, 

And  to  His  Father  flies, 
With  sears  of  honor  in  His  flesh, 
And  triumph  in  His  eyes. 

4.  Eaise  your  devotion,  mortal  tongues, 

To  reach  His  blest  abode ; 
Sweet  be  the  accents  of  your  songs 
To  our  incarnate  God. 

5.  Bright  angels,  strike  your  loudest  strings, 

Your  sweetest  voices  raise  ; 
Let  heaven,  and  all  created  things, 
Sound  our  Immanuel's  praise. 

190.  L.  M.  Watts. 

The  Lord  our  God.  —  Row  19  :1. 

1.  Begin,  my  soul,  the  heavenly  song, 
A  burden  for  an  angel's  tongue  ; 

When  Gabriel  sounds  these  awful  things, 
He  tunes  and  summons  all  his  strings. 

2.  He  that  distributes  crowns  and  thrones 
Hangs  on  a  tree,  and  bleeds,  and  groans ; 
The  Prince  of  Life  resigns  His  breath ; 
The  King  of  Glory  bows  to  death. 

3.  But  see  the  wonders  of  His  power ; 
He  triumphs  in  His  dying  hour ; 
And  while  by  Satan's  rage  He  fell, 
He  dashed  the  rising  hopes  of  hell. 

4.  Thus  were  the  hosts  of  death  subdued, 
And  sin  was  drowned  in  Jesus'  blood ; 
Then  He  arose,  and  reigns  above, 
And  conquers  sinners  by  His  love. 

139 


CHRIST. 

CHRIST.  — THE  WAY  OF   SALVATION. 

191.  CM.  Watts. 

Justified  by  the  faitii  of  Christ.  — Gal.  2  :  16. 

1.  In  vain  we  seek  for  peace  with  God 

By  methods  of  our  own ; 
Jesus,  there's  nothing  but  Thy  blood 
Can  bring  us  near  the  throne. 

2.  The  threatenings  of  the  broken  law 

Impress  the  soul  with  dread ; 
If  God  His  sword  of  vengeance  draw, 
It  strikes  the  spirit  dead. 

3.  But  Thine  illustrious  sacrifice 

Hath  answered  these  demands ; 
And  peace  and  pardon  from  the  skies 
Are  offered  by  Thy  hands. 

4.  'Tis  by  Thy  death  we  live,  O  Lord  ; 

'Tis  on  Thy  cross  we  rest ; 
Forever  be  Thy  love  adored, 
Thy  name  forever  blest. 

192.  L.  M.  S.  Stennett. 

The  Lord  hath  prepared  a  sacrifice.  — Zeph.  1  : 7. 

1.  How  shall  the  sons  of  men  appear, 
Great  God,  before  Thine  awful  bar  ? 
How  may  the  guilty  hope  to  find 
Acceptance  with  the  Eternal  Mind  ? 

2.  Not  vows,  nor  groans,  nor  broken  cries, 
Not  the  most  costly  sacrifice, 

Not  infant  blood,  profusely  spilt, 
Will  expiate  a  sinner's  guilt. 
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THE    WAY    OF    SALVATION. 

3.  Thy  blood,  dear  Jesus,  Thine  alone, 
Hath  sovereign  virtue  to  atone  ; 
Here  we  will  rest  our  only  plea. 
When  we  approach,  great  God,  to  Thee. 

193.  C.  M.  Watts. 

Lo,  I  COME.  —  Ps.  40  :  7. 

1.  Thus  saith  the  Lord:  "Your  work  is  vain 

Give  your  burnt  offerings  o'er ; 
In  dying  goats  and  bullocks  slain, 
My  soul  delights  no  more." 

2.  Then  spake  the  Saviour :  ;*  Lo,  I'm  here, 

My  God,  to  do  Thy  will ; 
Whate'er  Thy  sacred  books  declare, 
Thy  servant  shall  fulfil. 

3.  u  Thy  law  is  ever  in  my  sight ; 

I  keep  it  near  my  heart ; 
Mine  ears  are  open  with  delight 
To  what  Thy  lips  impart." 

4.  And  see,  the  blest  Redeemer  comes, 

The  eternal  Son  appears. 
And  at  the  appointed  time  assumes 
The  body  God  prepares. 

5.  His  Father's  honor  touched  his  heart ; 

He  pitied  sinners'  cries, 
And,  to  fulfil  a  Saviour's  part, 
Was  made  a  Sacrifice. 
141 


CHRIST. 
194.  C.    fit  DOAXE. 

I  AM   THE   WAY,   A>'D   THE    TRUTH,  AND   THE   LIFE.  —  John  14  :  G. 

1.  Tnou  art  the  Way  ;  to  Thee  alone 

From  sin  and  death  we  flee ; 
And  he  who  would  the  Father  seek, 
Must  seek  Him,  Lord,  by  Thee. 

2.  Thou  art  the  Truth ;  Thy  word  alone 

True  wisdom  can  impart ; 
Thou  only  canst  inform  the  mind, 
And  purify  the  heart. 

3.  Thou  art  the  Life  ;  the  rending  tomb 

Proclaims  Thy  conquering  arm  ; 
And  those  who  put  their  trust  in  Thee 
Nor  death  nor  hell  shall  harm. 

4.  Thou  art  the  Way,  the  Truth,  the  Life  ; 

Grant  us  that  Way  to  know  ; 
That  Truth  to  keep,  that  Life  to  win, 
Whose  joys  eternal  flow. 

195.  L.  M.  Watts. 

Made  uxto  us  wisdom,  and  righteousness,  etc.  — 1  Cor.  1  :  30. 

1.  Buried  in  shadows  of  the  night 
We  lie  till  Christ  restores  the  light ; 
Wisdom  descends  to  heal  the  blind, 
And  chase  the  darkness  of  the  mind. 

2.  Our  guilty  souls  are  drowned  in  tears 
Till  His  atoning  blood  appears  ; 
Then  we  awake  from  deep  distress, 
And  sing  the  Lord  our  Righteousness. 

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THE    WAY    OF    SALVATION'. 

3.  Jesus  beholds  where  Satan 
Binding  his  slaves  in  heavy  chain-: 
Be  seta  the  prisoners  free,  and  breaks 
The  iron  bondage  from  our  neck-. 

4.  Poor  helpless  worm-  in  Thee  possess 
Grace,  wisdom,  power,  and  righteousness ; 
Thou  art  our  mighty  All,  and  we 

Give  our  whole  selves,  O  Lord,  to  Thee. 


196.  S.  M.  Watts. 

The  Lord  nxin  laid  ox  Him  the  iniquity  of  us  all.  — Is.  53  :  0. 

1.  Like  sheep  we  went  astray. 

And  broke  the  fold  of  God  ; 
Each  wandering  in  a  different  way, 
But  all  the  downward  road. 

2.  How  dreadful  was  the  hour 

When  God  our  wanderings  laid, 
And  did  at  once  His  vengeance  pour 
Lpon  the  Shepherd's  head  ! 

3.  How  glorious  was  the  grace 

When  Christ  sustained  the  stroke  ! 
Hi-  life  and  blood  the  Shepherd  pays 
A  ransom  for  the  flock. 

4.  His  honor  and  His  breath 

\Yere  taken  both  away ; 
Joined  with  the  wicked  in  His  death, 
And  made  as  vile  as  they. 

5.  But  God  shall  raise  His  head 

O'er  all  the  sons  of  men. 
And  make  Him  see  a  numerous  seed, 
To  recompense  His  pain. 
U3 


CHRIST. 


6.  I'll  give  Him,  saith  the  Lord, 
A  portion  with  the  strong ; 
He  shall  possess  a  large  reward, 
And  hold  His  honors  long. 


197.  C.  M.  Watts. 

Being  justified  by  His  grace.  —  Tit.  3  : 7. 

1.  'Tis  not  by  works  of  righteousness 

Which  our  own  hands  have  done  ; 
But  we  are  saved  by  sovereign  grace, 
Abounding  through  His  Son. 

2.  'Tis  from  the  mercy  of  our  God 

That  all  our  hopes  begin ; 
'Tis  by  the  water  and  the  blood 
Our  souls  are  washed  from  sin. 

3.  'Tis  through  the  purchase  of  His  death 

Who  hung  upon  the  tree, 
The  Spirit  is  sent  down  to  breathe 
On  such  dry  bones  as  we. 

4.  Eaised  from  the  dead,  we  live  anew ; 

And  justified  by  grace, 
We  shall  appear  in  glory  too, 
And  see  our  Father's  face. 


198.  S.  M.  Watts. 

Redemption  through  His  blood.  — Eph.  1 :  7. 

1.  Not  all  the  blood  of  beasts, 
On  Jewish  altars  slain, 
Could  give  the  guilty  conscience  peace, 
Or  wash  away  the  stain. 
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Till:    WAY    OF    SALVATION. 

2.  But  Christ,  the  heavenly  Lamb, 

Takes  all  our  sins  away ; 
A  Sacrifice  of  nobler  name 
And  richer  blood  than  they. 

3.  My  faith  would  lay  her  hand 

On  that  dear  head  of  Thine, 
While  like  a  penitent  I  stand, 
And  there  confess  my  sin. 

4.  My  soul  looks  back  to  see 

The  burdens  Thou  didst  bear, 
When  hanging  on  the  cursed  tree, 
And  hopes  her  guilt  was  there. 

5.  Believing,  we  rejoice 

To  see  the  curse  remove  ; 
TTe  bless  the  Lamb  with  cheerful  voice, 
And  sing  His  bleeding  love. 


199  C.  M.  Steele. 

The  Saviour.  —  John  4 :  42. 

1.  The  Saviour !  O.  what  endless  charms 

Dwell  in  that  blissful  sound  ! 
Its  influence  every  fear  disarms. 
And  spreads  sweet  comfort  round. 

2.  Here  pardon,  life,  and  joy  divine 

In  rich  effusion  flow 
For  guilty  rebels,  lost  in  sin, 
And  doomed  to  endless  woe. 

3.  The  almighty  Former  of  the  skies 

Stooped  to  our  vile  abode ; 
While  angels  viewed  with  wondering  eyes, 
And  hailed  the  incarnate  God. 
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CHRIST. 


4.  O  the  rich  depths  of  love  divine  ! 

Of  bliss  a  boundless  store  ! 
Dear  Saviour,  let  me  call  Thee  mine ; 
I  cannot  wish  ibr  more. 

5.  On  Thee  alone  my  hope  relies ; 

Beneath  thy  cross  I  fall ; 
My  Lord,  my  Life,  my  Sacrifice, 
My  Saviour,  and  my  All. 


200.  H.  M.  C.  Wesley. 

Jesus  made  a  Surety.  —  Heb.  7:  22. 

1.  Arise,  my  soul,  arise  ; 

Shake  off  thy  guilty  fears ; 
The  bleeding  Sacrifice 

In  my  behalf  appears  ; 
Before  the  throne  my  Surety  stands ; 
My  name  is  written  on  His  hands. 

2.  He  ever  lives  above, 

For  me  to  intercede  ; 
His  all-redeeming  love, 

His  precious  blood,  to  plead ; 
His  blood  atoned  for  all  our  race, 
And  sprinkles  now  the  throne  of  grace. 

3.  Five  bleeding  wounds  He  bears, 

Received  on  Calvary ; 
They  pour  effectual  prayers, 

They  strongly  speak  for  me. 
Forgive  him,  O,  forgive,  they  cry, 
Nor  let  that  ransomed  sinner  die. 

4.  The  Father  hears  Him  pray, 

His  dear  anointed  One ; 
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THE    WAY    OF    SALVATION. 

He  cannot  turn  away 

The  presence  of  His  Son ; 
His  Spirit  answers  to  the  blood, 
And  tells  me  I  am  born  of  God. 

5.  My  God  is  reconciled  ; 

Hi-  pardoning  voice  I  bear; 
He  owns  me  for  His  child ; 
I  can  no  longer  fear  ; 
"With  confidence  I  now  draw  nigh, 
And  Father  !  Abba.  Father  !  cry. 

201.  S.  ML  Watts.    . 

Sanctified  through  the  offering  of  the  body  of  Jesus.  —  Heb.  10:  10. 

1.  How  heavy  is  the  night 

That  hangs  upon  our  cy   g  ; 
Till  Christ,  with  His  reviving  light, 
Over  our  soul-  arise  ! 

2.  Our  guilty  spirits  dread 

To  meet  the  wrath  of  Heaven ; 
But  in  His  righteousness  arrayed, 
We  see  our  sins  forgiven. 

3.  Unholy  and  impure 

Are  all  our  thoughts  and  ways ; 
His  hands  infected  nature  cure 
"With  sanctifying  grace. 

4.  The  powers  of  hell  agree 

To  hold  our  souls  in  vain  ; 
He  sets  the  sons  of  bondage  free, 
And  breaks  the  cursed  chain. 

5.  Lord,  we  adore  Thy  ways 

To  bring  us  near  to  God  — 
Thy  sovereign  power.  Thy  healing  grace, 
And  Thine  atoning  blood. 

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CHRIST. 
DOXOLOGY. 

To  Father,  Spirit,  Son, 

"Whom  angel  hosts  adore, 
Give  worship,  honor,  glory,  power, 

Both  now  and  evermore. 

202.  C.  M.  Watts. 

Herein  is  love.  —  Uohn  4  :  10. 

1.  Plunged  in  a  gulf  of  dark  despair, 

We  wretched  sinners  lay, 
Without  one  cheerful  beam  of  hope, 
Or  spark  of  glimmering  day. 

2.  With  pitying  eyes,  the  Prince  of  grace 

Beheld  our  helpless  grief; 
He  saw,  and  0,  amazing  love  ! 
He  ran  to  our  relief.    • 

8.  Down  from  the  shining  seats  above, 
With  joyful  haste  He  fled, 
Entered  the  grave  in  mortal  flesh, 
And  dwelt  among  the  dead. 

4.  He  spoiled  the  powers  of  darkness  thus, 

And  brake  our  iron  chains ; 
Jesus  has  freed  our  captive  souls 
From  everlasting  pains. 

5.  O,  for  this  love  let  rocks  and  hills 

Their  lasting  silence  break, 
And  all  harmonious  human  tongues 
The  Saviour's  praises  speak. 

6.  Angels,  assist  our  mighty  joys  ; 

Strike  all  your  harps  of  gold ; 
But  when  you  raise  your  highest  notes, 
His  love  can  ne'er  be  told. 
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Tilt:    AVAY   OF    SALVATION. 

203.  H.  M.  Reed. 

Having  made  peace  thxough  the  blood  of  His  cross.  — Col.  1 :  20. 

1.  Ye  saints,  your  music  bring, 

Attuned  to  sweetest  sound; 
Strike  every  trembling  string, 
Till  earth  and  heaven  resound; 
The  triumphs  of  the  cross  we  sing ; 
Awake,  ye  saints,  each  joyful  storing. 

2.  The  cross,  the  cross  alone. 

Subdued  the  powers  of  hell ; 
Like  lightning  from  his  throne 

The  prince  of  darkness  fell ; 
The  triumphs  of  the  cross  we  sing ; 
Awake,  ye  saints,  each  joyful  string. 

3.  The  cross  hath  power  to  save 

From  all  the  foes  that  rise ; 
The  cross  hath  made  the  grave 

A  passage  to  the  skies ; 
The  triumphs  of  the  cross  we  sing ; 
Awake,  ye  saints,  each  joyful  string. 

204.  C.  M.  Watts. 

I  HAVE   COMPASSION"   OX   TUE   MULTITUDE.  —  Matt.  15  :  32. 

1.  How  condescending  and  how  kind 

Was  God's  eternal  Son  ! 
Our  misery  reached  His  heavenly  mind. 
And  pity  brought  Him  down. 

2.  He  sank  beneath  our  heavy  woes, 

To  raise  us  to  His  throne  ; 
There's  ne'er  a  gift  His  hand  bestows, 
But  cost  His  heart  a  groan. 
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CHRIST. 

3.  This  was  compassion  like  a  God, 

That  when  the  Saviour  knew 
The  price  of  pardon  was  His  blood, 
His  pity  ne'er  withdrew. 

4.  Now,  though  lie  reigns  exalted  high, 

His  love  is  still  as  great : 

"Well  He  remembers  Calvary, 

Nor  let  His  saints  forget. 

5.  Here  let  our  hearts  begin  to  melt, 

While  we  His  death  record, 
And,  with  our  joy  for  pardoned  guilt, 
Mourn  that  we  pierced  the  Lord. 


205. 


C.  M. 


S.  Stkxxett. 


He  is  altogether  lovely.  —  Cant.  5  :  16. 

To  Christ,  the  Lord,  let  every  tongue 

Its  noblest  tribute  bring ; 
When  He's  the  subject  of  the  song, 

Who  can  refuse  to  sin^  ? 


2.  Majestic  sweetness  sits  enthroned 

Upon  His  awful  brow ; 
His  head  with  radiant  glories  crowned, 
His  lips  with  grace  o'erflow. 

3.  No  mortal  can  with  Him  compare, 

Among  the  sons  of  men  ; 
Fairer  He  is  than  all  the  fair 
That  fill  the  heavenly  train. 

4.  He  saw  me  plunged  in  deep  distress, 

He  flew  to  my  relief; 
For  me  He  bore  the  shameful  cross, 
And  carried  all  my  grief. 
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5.  To  Him  I  owe  my  life  and  breath, 

And  all  the  joys  I  have  : 
He  makes  me  triumph  over  death. 
And  saves  me  from  the  grave. 

6.  To  heaven,  the  place  of  His  abode, 

He  brings  mv  weary  feet, 
Shows  me  the  glories  of  my  God, 
And  makes  my  joys  complete. 

7.  Since  from  His  bounty  I  receive 

Snch  proofs  of  love  divine. 
Had  I  a  thousand  hearts  to  give. 
Lord,  they  should  all  be  Thine. 


206.  7s.  Ltte. 

Who  shall  dwell  ih  Thy  holt  hill  ?  — Ps.  15  :  1, 

1.  Who.  O  Lord,  when  life  is  o'er, 
Shall  to  heavenly  mansions  soar  ? 
Who.  an  ever-welcome  guest. 

In  Thy  holy  place  shall  rest  ? 

2.  He  whose  heart  Thy  love  has  warmed ; 
He  whose  will,  to  Thine  conformed, 
Bids  his  life  unsullied  run ; 

He  whose  words  and  thoughts  are  one ; 

3.  He  who  shuns  the  sinner's  road, 
Loving  those  who  love  their  God  ; 
Who,  with  hope  and  faith  unfeigned, 
Treads  the  path  by  Thee  ordained ; 

4.  He  who  trusts  in  Christ  alone, 
Not  in  aught  himself  hath  done ; 
He,  great  God,  shall  be  Thy  care, 
And  Thy  choicest  blessings  share. 

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207.  C.  Al.  wItts. 

God  was  ix  Christ,  reconciling  the  world  unto  Himself. —  2  Cor.  5  :  13l 

1.  Dearest  of  all  the  names  above, 

My  Jesus  and  my  God, 
Who  can  resist  Thy  heavenly  love, 
Or  trifle  with  Thy  blood  ? 

2.  'Tis  by  the  merits  of  Thy  death 

The  Father  smiles  again ; 
'Tis  by  Thine  interceding  breath 
The  Spirit  dwells  with  men. 

3.  Till  God  in  human  flesh  I  see, 

My  thoughts  no  comfort  find  ; 
The  holy,  just,  and  sacred  Three 
Are  terrors  to  my  mind. 

4.  But  if  Immanuel's  face  appear, 

My  hope,  my  joy  begins  ; 
His  name  forbids  my  slavish  fear, 
His  grace  removes  my  sins. 

5.  While  Jews  on  their  own  law  rely, 

And  Greeks  of  wisdom  boast, 
I  love  the  incarnate  mystery, 
And  there  I  fix  my  trust. 

208.  S.  M.  Doddridge. 

By  grace  ye  are  saved.  — Eph.  2:  5. 

1.   Grace  !  'tis  a  charming  sound, 
Harmonious  to  my  ear ; 
Heaven  with  the  echo  shall  resound, 
And  all  the  earth  shall  hear. 
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2.  Grace  first  contrived  a  way 

To  save  rebellious  man  ; 
And  all  the  steps  that  grace  display, 
Which  drew  the  wondrous  plan. 

3.  Grace  taught  my  wandering  feet 

To  tread  the  heavenly  road ; 
And  new  supplies  each  hour  I  meet, 
While  pressing  on  to  God. 

4.  Grace  all  the  work  shall  crown. 

Through  everlasting  days ; 
It  lays  in  heaven  the  topmost  stone, 
And  well  deserves  the  praise. 


CHRIST.  —  NAMES    AND    CHARACTERS 
209.  H.  M.  Watts. 

A  xame  M'nicn  is  above  every  >\\me.  —  Phil.  2  :  9. 

1.  Join  all  the  glorious  names 

Of  wisdom,  love,  and  power, 
That  ever  mortals  knew, 
That  angels  ever  bore  ; 


All  are  too  mean 
To  speak  His  worth, 


Too  mean  to  set 
My  Saviour  forth. 


But  0,  what  gentle  term?. 
What  condescending  ways 

Doth  our  Redeemer  use. 

To  teach  His  heavenly  <zrace  ! 


Mine  eyes  with  joy 
And  wonder  see, 


What  forms  of  love 
He  bears  for  me. 


3.  Great  Prophet  of  my  God, 

My  tongue  would  bless  Thy  name ; 
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By  Thee  the  joyful  news 
Of  our  salvation  came ; 


The  joyful  news 
Of  sins  forgiven, 


Of  hull  subdued. 

And  peace  with  Heaven. 


4.  Jesus,  my  great  High  Priest, 
Offered  His  blood  and  died ; 
My  guilty  conscience  seeks 
No  sacrifice  beside. 


His  powerful  blood 
Did  once  atone, 


And  now  it  pleads 
Before  the  throne. 


5.  My  dear,  almighty  Lord, 

My  Conqueror  and  my  King, 
Thy  sceptre  and  Thy  sword, 
Thy  reifrnin^  irrace  I  sin^. 


Thine  is  the  power 
Behold,  I  sit 


In  willing  bonds 
Beneath  Thy  feet. 


210.  S.  M.  Hyde. 

Mighty  to  save.  — Is. G5:  1. 

1.  Constrain  me  by  Thy  love, 

My  Prophet,  Priest,  and  King ; 
Let  love  for  love  the  heart  inspire, 
That  would  Thy  praises  sing. 

2.  My  Prophet's  quickening  word 

Can  pierce  my  stubborn  soul, 
And  break  my  heart,  and  bend  my  will 
To  His  entire  control. 

o.  My  Priest's  atoning  blood 

Can  make  me  white  as  snow ; 
Thanks,  that  this  sacrifice  divine 
Doth  cleanse  a  sinner  so. 
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4.  My  King's  victorious  grace 
Can  all  my  sins  subdue ; 

Great  Prophet.  Priest,  and  King  supreme, 
Create  my  heart  anew. 


211.  C.  It  Logan. 

Ill  5    >'AME    SHALL   BE    CALLED    WoXDEEFUL.  —  Is.  9  :  G. 

1.  To  us  a  Child  of  hope  is  born. 

To  us  a  Son  is  given ; 
Him  shall  the  tribes  of  earth  obey, 
Him  all  the  hosts  of  heaven. 

2.  His  name  shall  be  the  Prince  of  Peace, 

Forevcrmore  adored ; 
The  Wonderful,  the  Counsellor, 
The  great  and  mighty  Lord. 

3.  His  power,  increasing,  still  shall  spread ; 

His  reign  no  end  shall  know  ; 
Justice  shall  guard  His  throne  above, 
And  peace  abound  below. 

4.  To  us  a  Child  of  hope  is  born. 

To  us  a  Son  is  given ; 
The  Wonflerfbi,  the  Counsellor, 
The  mighty  Lord  of  heaven. 


212.  C.  M.  Xewtox. 

Thy  hams  is  as  onmmr  rouwro  roErn.  -  Cant.  1 :  2. 

1.  Hovv  sweet  the  name  of  Jesus  sounds 
In  a  believer's  ear ! 
It  soothe-  his  sorrows,  heals  his  wounds, 
And  drives  away  his  fear. 
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2.  It  makes  the  wounded  spirit  whole, 

And  calms  the  troubled  breast; 

'Tis  manna  to  the  hungry  soul, 
And  to  the  weary,  rest. 

3.  By  Thee  my  prayers  acceptance  gain, 

Although  with  sin  defiled; 

Satan  accuses  me  in  vain. 
And  I  am  owned  a  child. 

4.  Jesus,  my  Shepherd,  Husband,  Friend, 

My  Prophet,  Priest,  and  King ; 
My  Lord,  my  Life,  my  Way,  m£  End, 
Accept  the  praise  I  bring. 

5.  Weak  is  the  effort  of  my  heart. 

And  cold  my  warmest  thought ; 
But  when  I  see  Thee  as  Thou  art, 
I'll  praise  Thee  as  I  ought. 

6.  Till  then  I  would  Thy  love  proclaim 

With  every  fleeting  breath ; 
And  may  the  music  of  Thy  name 
Refresh  my  soul  in  death. 


213. 


C.  M. 


Doddridge. 


I'XTO  YOU   THEREFORE  TTHICH  EELIEVE    He   IS    PRECIOUS.  —  1  Pet.  2  :  7. 

1.  Jesus,  I  love  Thy  charming  name  ; 

'Tis  music  to  mine  ear ; 
Fain  would  I  sound  it  out  so  loud 
That  earth  and  heaven  should  hear. 

2.  Yes,  Thou  art  precious  to  my  soul, 

My  transport  and  my  trust; 
Jewels  to  Thee  are  gaudy  toys, 
And  gold  is  sordid  dust. 
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u.  All  my  capacious  powers  can  wish, 

In  Thee  do  richly  meet ; 
Nor  to  mine  eves  is  light  so  dear, 
Nor  friendship  half  so  sweet. 

4.  Thy  grace  still  dwells  upon  my  heart, 

And  sheds  its  fragrance  there  : 
The  noblest  balm  of  all  its  wounds, 

The  cordial  of  its  care. 

5.  I'll  speak  the  honors  of  Thy  name 

With  my  last  laboring  breath  ; 
Then,  speechless,  clasp  Thee  in  mine  arms, 
The  Antidote  of  death. 


214,  L.  M.  Medley. 

I  KXOTV   THAT   MX   REDEEMER   LIVETH.—  Job  19  :  25. 

1.  "I  know  that  my  Redeemer  lives  ;  *' 

"What  comfort  this  sweet  sentence  gives  ! 

He  lives.  He  lives,  who  once  was  dead ; 
He  lives,  my  ever-living  Head. 

2.  He  lives,  triumphant  from  the  grave ; 
He  lives,  eternally  to  save  ; 

He  lives,  all  glorious  in  the  sky; 
He  lives,  exalted  there  on  hio-h. 

3.  He  lives,  to  bless  me  with  His  love ; 
He  lives,  to  plead  for  me  above  ; 
He  lives,  my  hungry  soul  to  feed ; 
He  lives,  to  help  in  time  of  need. 

4.  He  lives,  to  silence  all  my  fears  ; 

He  lives,  to  stoop  and  wipe  my  tears ; 
He  lives,  to  calm  my  troubled  heart ; 
He  lives,  all  blessings  to  impart. 
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CHRIST. 

5.  He  lives,  and  grants  me  daily  breath ; 
He  lives,  and  I  shall  conquer  death; 

He  lives,  niv  mansion  to  prepare  ; 
He  lives,  to  bring  me  safely  there. 

G.  lie  lives  ;  all  glory  to  His  name ; 
He  lives,  my  Jesus  still  the  same; 

0.  the  sweet  joy  this  sentence  gives, 
"  I  know  that  my  Kedeemer  lives  "  ! 

215.  C.  M.  C.  Wesley. 

I  am  He  that  hveth.  — Rev.  1 :  IS. 

1.  I  know  that  my  Kedeemer  lives, 

And  ever  prays  for  me ; 
A  token  of  His  love  He  gives, 
A  pledge  of  liberty. 

2.  I  find  Him  lifting  up  my  head ; 

He  brings  salvation  near ; 
His  presence  makes  me  free  indeed, 
And  He  will  soon  appear. 

3.  He  wills  that  I  should  holy  be  ; 

What  can  withstand  His  will? 
The  counsel  of  His  irrace  in  me 
He  surely  shall  fulfil. 

4.  When  God  is  mine,  and  I  am  His, 

Of  paradise  possessed, 
I  taste  unutterable  bliss, 
And  everlasting  rest. 
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216.  L.  M.  Steele. 

BECAUSE    I   LIVE    TE    SHALL   LIVE   ALSO.  —  John  14  :  19. 

1.  When  sins  and  fears  prevailing  rise, 

And  fainting  hope  almost  expires, 
Jesus,  to  Thee  I  lift  my  eyes. 

To  Thee  I  breathe  my  soul's  desires. 

2.  If  my  immortal  Saviour  lives, 

Then  my  immortal  life  is  sure ; 
His  word  a  firm  foundation  gives ; 
Here  let  me  build,  and  rest  secure. 

3.  Here  let  my  faith  unshaken  dwell ; 

Immovable  the  promise  stands  ; 
Not  all  the  powers  of  earth  or  hrll 
Can  e'er  dissolve  the  sacred  bands. 

4.  Here,  O  my  soul.  Thy  trust  repose ; 

If  Jesus  is  forever  mine. 
Not  death  itself,  that  last  of  foes, 
Shall  break  a  union  so  divine. 

217.  C.  M\  Cexxick. 

TnE   DESIRE   OF   Ol'I!   SOUL   IS    TO   THY   XAME.—  Is.  £t>  :  8. 

1.  Thou  dear  Eedeemer.  dying  Lamb, 

I  love  to  hear  of  Thee  ; 
No  music's  like  Thy  charming  name, 

Nor  half  so  sweet  can  be. 

2.  O,  may  I  ever  hear  Thy  voice 

In  mercy  to  me  speak : 
And  in  my  Priest  will  I  rejoice, 
Thou  great  Melchisedec 

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CHRIST. 

3.  My  Jesus  shall  be  still  my  theme, 

While  on  this  earth  I  stay  ; 

I'll  sing  my  Jesus'  lovely  name, 

When  all  things  else  decay. 

4.  When  I  appear  in  yonder  cloud, 

With  all  His  favored  throng, 
Then  will  I  sing  more  sweet,  more  loud, 
And  Christ  shall  be  my  song. 


218,  C.  P.  M.  Medley. 

They  shall  see  the  glory  of  the  Lord.  —  Is.  3o  :  l'. 

1.  O,  could  I  speak  the  matchless  worth, 
O,  could  I  sound  the  glories  forth, 

Which  in  my  Saviour  shine, 
I'd  soar,  and  touch  the  heavenly  strings, 
And  vie  with  Gabriel,  while  he  sings 

In  notes  almost  divine. 

2.  I'd  sing  the  precious  blood  He  spilt  — 
My  ransom  from  the  dreadful  guilt 

Of  sin  and  wrath  divine  ; 
I'd  sing  His  glorious  righteousness, 
In  which  all-perfect,  heavenly  dress 

My  soul  shall  ever  shine. 

3.  I'd  sing  the  characters  He  bears, 
And  all  the  forms  of  love  He  wears, 

Exalted  on  His  throne  ; 
In  loftiest  songs  of  sweetest  praise, 
I  would  to  everlasting  days 

Make  all  His  glories  known. 

4.  Well,  the  delightful  day  will  come, 
When  my  dear  Lord  will  bring  me  home, 

And  I  shall  see  His  face  ; 
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Then,  with  my  Saviour,  Brother,  Friend, 
A  blest  eternity  I'll  spend. 
Triumphant  in  Ilis  grace. 


219.  S.  M.  Steele. 

He  shall  feed  nis  flock  like  a  shepheed.  —  Is.  40  :  11. 

1.  While  my  Redeemer's  near. 

My  Shepherd  and  my  Guide, 

I  bid  farewell  to  anxious  fear ; 

^Sly  wants  are  all  supplied. 

2.  To  ever-fragrant  meads. 

Where  rich  abundance  grows. 

His  gracious  hand,  indulgent,  leads, 

And  guards  my  sweet  repose. 

3.  Dear  Shepherd,  if  I  stray. 

My  wandering  feet  restore ; 
To  Thy  fair  pastures  guide  my  way, 
And  let  me  rove  no  more. 

220.  L.  M.  Watts. 

Tell  me.  O  Thou  •vthou  my  soil  loveth,  ttheee  Thou  feedest. 

Cut  1  :  7. 

1.  Thou,  whom  my  soul  admires  above 
All  earthly  joy  and  earthly  love, 
Tell  me.  dear  Shepherd,  let  me  know 
Where  doth  Thy  sweetest  pasture  grow  ? 

2.  Where  is  the  shadow  of  that  rock, 

That  from  the  sun  defends  Thy  flock  ? 
Fain  would  I  feed  among  Thy  sheep, 
Ainoinz  them  rest,  among  them  sleep. 

II  lei" 


CHRIST. 

3.  The  footsteps  of  Thy  flock  I  see ; 
Thy  sweetest  pastures,  here  they  be ; 
A  wondrous  feast  Thy  love  prepares, 

Bought  with  Thy  wounds,  and  groans,  and  tears. 

4.  His  dearest  flesh  lie  makes  my  food, 
And  bids  me  drink  His  richest  blood ; 
Here,  to  these  hills,  my  soul  will  come, 
Till  my  Beloved  lead  me  home. 


221.  C.  M.  Hegixbotiiam. 

I  AM  THE  GOOD   SlIEPIIERD.  —  John  10:14. 

1.  To  Thee,  my  Shepherd  and  my  Lord, 

A  grateful  song  I'll  raise  ; 
O,  let  the  humblest  of  Thy  flock 
Attempt  to  speak  Thy  praise. 

2.  My  life,  my  joy,  my  hope,  I  owe 

To  Thine  amazing  love  ; 
Ten  thousand  thousand  comforts  here, 
And  nobler  bliss  above. 

3.  To  Thee  my  trembling  spirit  flies, 

With  sin  and  grief  oppressed ; 
Thy  gentle  voice  dispels  my  fears, 
And  lulls  my  cares  to  rest. 

4.  Lead  on,  dear  Shepherd ;  led  by  Thee, 

No  evil  shall  I  fear  ; 
Soon  shall  I  reach  Thy  fold  above, 
And  praise  Thee  better  there. 
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222.  L.  M.  IVaTTS. 

IX  THE  MIDST  OF  THE  THB05I  OF  THE  FOUR  EE.\?TS,  ANT>  IX  THE  MIDST  OF 
THE  ELDEKS,  STOOD  A  L.VMIi,  AS  IT  HAD  LLEN  SLAIN. —  KcV.  o  i   U. 

1.  All  mortal  vanities,  begone, 

Xor  tempt  my  eyes,  nor  tire  my  ears  ; 
Behold,  amid  the  eternal  throne 
A  vision  of  the  Lamb  appears. 

2.  Lo,  He  receives  a  sealed  book 

From, Him  that  sits  upon  the  throne; 
Jesus,  my  Lord,  prevails  to  look 

On  dark  decrees  and  things  unknown. 

3.  All  the  assembling  saints  around 

Fall  worshipping  before  the  Lamb, 
And  in  new  songs  of  gospel  sound 
Address  their  honors  to  His  name. 

4.  The  joy,  the  shout,  the  harmony 

Flies  o'er  the  everlasting  hills  ; 
u  Worthy  art  Thou,  alone,"  they  crv, 
"  To  read  the  book,  to  loose  the  seals." 

5.  Our  voices  join  the  heavenly  strain, 

And  with  transporting  pleasure  sing, 
tt  Worthy  the  Lamb,  that  once  was  slain, 
To  be  our  Teacher  and  our  Kino-." 

o 

223.  7S.  TOPLADT. 

The  Srx  of  Righteousness.  —  Mai.  4  :  2. 

1.  Christ,  whose  glory  fills  the  skies, 
Christ,  the  true,  the  only  Light, 
Sun  of  Righteousness,  arise, 

Triumph  o'er  the  shades  of  night ; 
Dayspring  from  on  high,  be  near ; 
Daystar,  in  my  heart  appear. 
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CHRIST. 

2.  Visit,  then,  this  soul  of  mine  ; 

Pierce  the  glo6m  of  sin  and  grief; 
Fill  me,  Radiancy  divine  ; 
Scatter  all  my  unbelief; 
More  and  more  Thyself  display, 
Shining  to  the  perfect  day. 

224.  8s  &  7s.         Madax's  Coll. 

The  people  that  walked  ix  darkxess  iiave  seex  a  great  Light. 

Is.  u  :  2. 

1.  Light  of  those  whose  dreary  dwelling 

Borders  on  the  shades  of  death, 
Come,  and  Thy  dear  self  revealing, 
Dissipate  the  clouds  beneath. 

2.  Still  we  wait  for  Thine  appearing ; 

Life  and  joy  Thy  beams  impart, 
Chasing  all  our  fears,  and  cheering 
Eyery  poor,  benighted  heart. 

3.  Save  us  in  Thy  great  compassion, 

O  Thou  mild,  pacific  Prince ; 

Giye  the  knowledge  of  salvation, 

Give  the  pardon  of  our  sins. 

4.  By  Thine  all-sufficient  merit, 

Every  burdened  soul  release ; 
By  the  influence  of  Thy  Spirit, 
Guide  us  into  perfect  peace. 

225.  C.  M.  Newton. 

This  is  my  Friexd.—  Cant.  5  :  1G. 

1.  He,  who  on  earth  as  man  was  known, 
And  bore  our  sins  and  pains, 
Now,  seated  on  the  eternal  throne, 
The  God  of  glory  reigns. 
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2.  His  hands  the  wheels  of  nature  guide, 

With  an  unerring  skill. 

And  countless  world-,  extended  wide, 
Obey  His  sovereign  will. 

3.  While  harps  unnumbered  sound  His  praise 

In  yonder  world  above. 
His  saints  on  earth  admire  His  ways, 
And  glory  in  His  love. 

4.  When  troubles,  like  a  burning  sun, 

Beat  heavy  on  their  head, 
To  this  almighty  Rock  they  run, 
And  rind  a  pleasant  shade. 

5.  How  glorious  He.  how  happy  they, 

In  sueh  a  glorious  Friend. 
Whose  love  secures  them  all  the  way, 
And  erowns  them  at  the  end  ! 


226.  8s  <Sc  7s.  Xewtox. 

Tiieee  is  a  Fr.inxD  that  sticketh  closer  than  a  beotheb.  — Prov.  IS  :  24. 

1.  One  there  is,  above  all  others. 

Well  deserves  the  name  of  Friend; 
His  is  love  beyond  a  brother'-. 

Costly,  tree,  and  knows  no  end. 
They  who  onee  His  kindness  prove 
Find  it  everlasting  love. 

2.  Which  of  all  our  friends,  to  save  us. 
Could  or  would  have  shed  his  blood  ? 

But  our  Jesus  died  to  have  us 
Reconciled  in  Him  to  God. 
This  was  boundless  love  indeed; 
Jesus  is  a  Friend  in  need. 
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CHRIST. 

3.  When  He  lived  on  earth  abased, 

Friend  of  Sinners  was  His  name ; 
Now  above  all  glory  raised, 

lie  rejoices  in  the  same. 
Still  lie  calls  them  brethren,  friends, 
And  to  all  their  wants  attends. 

4.  O  for  grace  our  hearts  to  soften  ! 

Teach  ns,  Lord,  at  length  to  love ; 
We,  alas  !  forget  too  often 

What  a  Friend  we  have  above ; 
But  when  home  our  souls  are  brought, 
We  will  love  Thee  as  we  ought. 

227.  L.  M.  Scott. 

Is   THERE   XO  PHYSICIAN  THERE  ?  — Jer.  8:  22. 

1.  Why  droops  my  soul,  with  grief  oppressed  ? 
Whence  these  wild  tumults  in  my  breast? 
Is  there  no  balm  to  heal  my  wound  ? 

No  kind  physician  to  be  found  ? 

2.  Raise  to  the  cross  thy  weeping  eyes ; 
Behold,  the  Prince  of  glory  dies ! 
He  dies  extended  on  the  tree, 

Thence  sheds  a  sovereign  balm  for  thee. 

3.  Dear  Saviour,  at  Thy  feet  I  lie, 
Here  to  receive  a  cure,  or  die ; 

But  grace  forbids  that  painful  fear — 
Infinite  grace,  which  triumphs  here. 

4.  Expand,  my  soul,  with  holy  joy ; 
Hosannas  be  thy  blest  employ, 
Salvation  thy  eternal  theme, 

And  swell  the  song  with  Jesus'  name. 
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228.  L.  M.  Medley. 

The  lovixg  kindnesses  of  the  Lord.  — Is.  G3:  7. 

1.  Awake,  my  soul,  in  jovial  lays. 

And  sing  thy  great  Redeemer's  praise ; 
He  justly  claims  a  song  from  me  : 
His  loving  kindness,  O,  how  free  ! 

2.  He  saw  me  ruined  in  the  fall. 

Yet  loved  me,  notwithstanding  all  ; 
He  saved  me  from  my  lost  estate  ; 
His  loving  kindness.  O.  how  great  ! 

3.  TV  hen  trouble,  like  a  gloomy  eloud, 
lias  gathered  thick  and  thundered  loud, 
He  near  my  soul  has  always  stood ; 
His  loving  kindness,  O,  how  good  ! 

4.  Often  I  feel  my  sinful  heart 
Prone  from  my  Jesus  to  depart ; 
But  though  I  have  Him  oft  forgot, 
His  loving  kindness  changes  not. 

5.  Soon  shall  I  pa>s  the  gloomy  vale. 
Soon  all  my  mortal  powers  must  fail ; 
O,  may  my  last,  expiring  breath 

His  loving  kindness  sing  in  death. 

6.  Then  let  me  mount  and  soar  away 
To  the  bright  world  of  endless  day, 
And  sing,  with  rapture  and  surprise, 
His  loving  kindness  in  the  skies. 

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229.  C.    M.  CoWPElt. 

Ik  that  day  tiieee  siiall  be  a  Fountain'  opened.  —  Zcch.  10 :  1. 

1.  There  is  a  Fountain  filled  with  blood, 

Drawn  from  ImmanucTs  veins  ; 
And  sinners,  plunged  beneath  that  flood, 
Lose  all  their  guilty  stains. 

2.  The  dying  thief  rejoiced  to  see 

That  Fountain  in  his  day ; 

And  there  have  I,  as  vile  as  he, 

Washed  all  my  sins  away. 

3.  Dear  dying  Lamb,  Thy  precious  blood 

Shall  never  lose  its  power, 
Till  all  the  ransomed  church  of  God 
Be  saved,  to  sin  no  more. 

4.  E'er  since,  by  faith,  I  saw  the  stream 

Thy  flowing  wounds  supply, 
Redeeming  love  has  been  my  theme, 
And  shall  be,  till  I  die. 

5.  Then  in  a  nobler,  sweeter  song, 

I'll  sing  Thy  power  to  save, 
When  this  poor  lisping,  stammering  tongue 
Lies  silent  in  the  grave. 

230-  8s,  7s,  &  4.  Kelly. 

Witii  Titee  is  the  Fountain  of  life.  —  Ps.  3G  :  9. 

1.  See,  from  Zion's  sacred  mountain, 
Streams  of  living  water  flow ; 
God  has  opened  there  a  Fountain 
That  supplies  the  world  below; 

They  are  blessed 
Who  its  sovereign  virtues  know. 
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igh  ten  thousand  channels  flowing; 
una  of  mercy  find  their  way; 

Lit'-,  and  health,  and  joy  bestows 
Making  aU  around  look  gay ; 

( )  ye  nati 
Hail  the  long-expected  day. 

lened  by  the  flowing  treas 

All-enriching  as  it  g      ~. 
Lo,  the  desert  .smile-  with  pleasure, 
Buds  and  blossoms  as  the  ros    ; 
Every  object 

Sing-  for  joy  where'er  it  flows. 


231.  L.  M.  Browne. 

A  MAS   ^111  I    BKi  —  I;     '.      - 

1.  Hail,  sovereign  love,  that  first  began 

-.•heme  to  rescue  fallen  man: 
Hail,  matchle  rernal  grace, 

That  gave  my  soul  a  Hiding-pla 

2.  Against  the  God  that  rules  the  sky 
I  fought  with  hand  uplifted  i 
Despised  His  rich,  abounding 

Too  proud  to  seek  a  Hiding-place. 

3.  But  thus  the  eternal  counsel  ran  : 
••  Almighty  love,  arrest  that  man." 
I  felt  the  arrow  of  distn  js, 

And  found  I  had  no  Hiding-place. 

4.  Indignant  justice  stood  in  view ; 
To  Sinai's  fiery  mount  I  flew ; 

But  Justice  cried,  with  frowning  face. 

"  This  mountain  is  no  Hiding-place.''' 

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5.  Ere  long  a  heavenly  voice  I  heard, 
And  Mercy's  angel  form  appeared; 
She  led  me  on,  with  gentle  pace, 
To  Jesus,  as  my  Hiding-place. 

6.  On  II im  Almighty  vengeance  fell, 
That  must  have  sunk  a  world  to  hell ; 
lie  bore  it  for  the  chosen  race, 

And  thus  became  their  Hiding-place. 

7.  A  few  more  rolling  sun-,  at  most, 
Will  land  me  safe  on  Canaan's  coast, 
"Where  I  shall  sing  the  song  of  grace, 
And  see  my  glorious  Hiding-place. 

232.  7s.  TOPLADY. 

That  Rock  -was  Cheist.  —  1  Cor.  10:  4. 

1.  Eock  of  Ages,  cleft  for  me, 
Let  me  hide  myself  in  Thee ; 
Let  the  water  and  the  blood, 
From  Thy  riven  side  which  flowed, 
Be  of  sin  the  double  cure  ; 
Cleanse  me  from  its  guilt  and  power. 

2.  Could  my  zeal  no  respite  know, 
Could  my  tears  forever  flow, 
All  for  sin  could  not  atone ; 
Thou  must  save,  and  Thou  alone ; 
Nothing  in  my  hand  I  bring ; 
Simply  to  Thy  cross  I  cling. 

3.  While  I  draw  this  fleeting  breath. 
When  my  heart-strings  break  in  death, 
When  I  soar  to  worlds  unknown. 

See  Thee  on  Thy  judgment  throne, 
Eock  of  Ages,  cleft  for  me. 
Let  me  hide  myself  in  Thee. 
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233.  L.  M.  Steele. 

I   GIVE    U.VTO    THEM   ETEP.XAL    LIFE.  —  John  10  :  28. 

1.  Tuou  only  Sovereign  of  my  heart, 

^Sly  Refuge,  my  almightj  Friend, 

And  can  my  soul  from  Thee  depart. 
On  whom  alone  my  hopes  depend? 

2.  Whither,  ah,  whither  shall  I  go, 

A  wretched  wanderer  from  my  Lord  ? 
Can  this  dark  world  of  sin  and  woe 
One  glimpse  of  happiness  afford? 

3.  Eternal  life  Thy  words  impart  ; 

On  these  my  fainting  spirit  lives  ; 
Here  sweeter  comforts  cheer  my  heart 
Than  all  the  round  of  nature  gives. 

4.  Let  earth's  alluring  joys  combine  ; 

While  Thou  art  near,  in  vain  they  call ; 
One  smile,  one  blissful  smile  of  Thine. 
My  dearest  Lord,  outweigh^  them  all. 

5.  Low  at  Thy  feet  my  soul  would  lie , 

Here  safety  dwells  and  peace  divine  ; 
Still  let  me  live  beneath  Thine  eye, 
For  life,  eternal  life,  is  Thine. 

234.  7s.  C.  Wesley. 

A  Refuge  from  the  stop.m.  —  Is.  25  :  4. 

1.  Jesus,  Lover  of  my  soul. 
Let  me  to  Thy  bo.-om  fly. 
While  the  nearer  waters  roll. 

While  the  tempest  still  is  high ; 
Hide  me.  0  my  Saviour,  hide, 
Till  the  storm  of  life  is  past ; 
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Safe  into  the  haven  guide  ; 
O,  receive  my  soul  at  last 

2.  Other  refuge  have  I  none  ; 

Hangs  my  helpless  soul  on  Thee ; 
Leave,  ah,  leave  me  not  alone ; 

Still  support  and  comfort  me. 
All  my  trust  on  Thee  is  stayed ; 

All  my  help  from  Thee  I  bring; 
Cover  my  defenceless  head 

With  the  shadow  of  Thy  wing. 

3.  Thou,  O  Christ,  art  all  I  want ; 

More  than  all  in  Thee  I  find  ; 
Raise  the  fallen,  cheer  the  faint ; 

Heal  the  sick,  and  lead  the  blind. 
Just  and  holy  is  Thy  name  ; 

I  am  all  unrighteousness  ; 
False,  and  full  of  sin,  I  am ; 

Thou  art  full  of  truth  and  grace. 

235.  L.  M.  Zixzexdorf. 

BLe  hath  covered  me  with  TUE  EODE  OF  EIGHTEOUSXESS.— Is. Gl  :  10. 

1.  Jesus,  Thy  blood  and  righteousness 
My  beauty  are,  my  glorious  dress ; 
'Mid  flaming  worlds,  in  these  arrayed, 
With  joy  shall  I  lift  up  my  head. 

2.  When  from  the  dust  of  death  I  rise, 
To  take  my  mansion  in  the  skies, 
E'en  then  shall  this  be  all  my  plea : 
"  Jesus  hath  lived,  and  died  for  me." 

3.  Bold  shall  I  stand  in  that  great  day : 
For  who  aught  to  my  charge  shall  lay  ? 
While,  through  Thy  blood,  absolved  I  am 
From  sin's  tremendous  curse  and  shame. 

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4.  Thus  Abraham,  the  friend  of  God, 
Thus  all  the  armies  bought  with  blood, 
Saviour  of  sinners,  Thee  proclaim ; 
Sinners,  of  whom  the  chief  I  am. 

5.  This  spotless  robe  the  same  appears 
"When  ruined  nature  sinks  in  years  ; 
No  age  can  change  its  glorious  hue ; 
The  robe  of  Christ  is  ever  new. 

G.  O,  let  the  dead  now  hear  Tlry  voice ; 
Bid,  Lord,  Thy  banished  ones  rejoice ; 
Their  beauty  this,  their  glorious  dress, 
Jesus,  the  Lord,  our  Righteousness; 

236.  L.  M.  Grant. 

TOUCIIED  -vriTII  THE  FEELING  OF  OUB  FSFIF.MITIES.— Heb.  4  :  15. 

1.  When  gathering  clouds  around  I  view, 
And  days  are  dark,  and  friends  are  few, 
On  Him  I  lean,  who,  not  in  vain, 
Experienced  every  human  pain  ; 

He  sees  my  griefs,  allays  my  fears, 
And  counts  and  treasures  up  my  tears. 

2.  If  aught  should  tempt  my  soul  to  stray 
From  heavenly  wisdom's  narrow  way, 
To  fly  the  good  I  would  pursue, 

Or  do  the  thing  I  would  not  do, 
Still  He  who  felt  temptation's  power, 
Will  guard  me  in  that  dangerous  hour. 

3.  "WTien,  mourning,  o'er  some  stone  I  bend, 
Which  covers  all  that  was  a  friend, 
And  from  his  hand,  his  voice,  his  smile, 
Divides  me  for  a  little  while, 

My  Saviour  marks  the  tears  I  shed, 
For  "  Jesus  wept "  o'er  Lazarus  dead. 
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4.  And,  O,  when  I  have  safely  passed 
Through  every  conflict  but  the  last, 
Still,  Lord,  unchanging,  watch  beside 
My  dying  bed,  for  Thou  hast  died  ; 

Then  point  to  realms  of  cloudluss  day, 
And  wipe  the  latest  tear  away. 


237.  C.  M.  Watts. 

ClIEIST   WAS   OXCE   OFFERED   TO   BEAR   THE    SIXS   OF  MANY.—  HcD.  9:  28. 

1.  The  true  Messiah  now  appears  ; 

The  types  are  all  withdrawn  ; 
So  fly  the  shadows  and  the  stars 
Before  the  rising  dawn. 

2.  No  smoking  sweets,  nor  bleeding  lambs, 

Nor  kid,  nor  bulloek  slain  ; 
Incense  and  spice  of  costly  names 
Would  all  be  burned  in  vain. 

3.  Aaron  must  lay  his  robes  away, 

His  mitre  and  Ins  vest, 
When  God  Himself  comes  down  to  be 
The  Offering  and  the  Priest. 

4.  He  took  our  mortal  flesh  to  show 

The  wonders  of  His  love  ; 
For  us  He  paid  His  life  below, 
And  prays  for  us  above. 

5.  "  Father,"  He  cries,  "  forgive  their  sins, 

For  I  Myself  have  died  ;  " 
And  then  He  shows  His  open  veins, 
And  pleads  His  wounded  side. 
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238.  C.  1*.  Watts. 

We  have  a  cheat  High  Feiest.—  Hob.  4:  14. 

1.  With  joy  we  meditate  the  grace 

Of  our  High  Priest  above  ; 

His  heart  is  made  of  tenderness, 

His  bowels  melt  with  love. 

2.  Touched  with  a  sympathy  within, 

He  knows  our  feeble  frame  ; 
He  knows  what  sore  temptations  mean. 
For  He  has  felt  the  same. 

3.  But  spotless,  innocent,  and  pure. 

The  great  Redeemer  stood  ; 
While  Satan's  fiery  darts  He  bore, 
And  did  resist  to  blood. 

4.  He.  in  the  days  of  feeble  flesh. 

Poured  out  His  cries  and  tears  ; 
And  in  His  measure  feels  afresh 
"What  every  member  bears. 

5.  Then  let  our  humble  faith  address 

His  mercy  and  His  power ; 
We  shall  obtain  delivering  grace, 
In  the  distressing  hour. 

239.  L.  M.  Logan. 

Tempted  like  as  ave  are.  —  Ueb.  4:  15. 

1.  Where  high  the  heavenly  temple  stands, 
The  house  of  God  not  made  with  hands, 
A  great  High  Priest  our  nature  wears, 
The  Guardian  of  mankind  appears. 
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2.  Though  now  ascended  up  on  high, 
He  bends  on  earth  a  brother's  eye  ; 
Partaker  of  the  human  name, 

He  knows  the  frailty  of  our  frame. 

3.  Our  Fellow-sufferer  yet  retains 
A  fellow-feeling  of  our  pains, 
And  still  remembers,  in  the  skies, 
His  tears,  His  agonies,  and  cries. 

4.  In  every  pang  that  rends  the  heart, 
The  Man  of  Sorrows  had  a  part ; 
He  sympathizes  in  our  grief, 

And  to  the  sufferer  sends  relief. 

5.  With  boldness,  therefore,  at  the  throne, 
Let  us  make  all  our  sorrows  known, 
And  ask  the  aids  of  heavenly  power, 
To  help  us  in  the  evil  hour. 


240.  L.  M.  Steele. 

We  iiaye  a>'  Advocate  with  the  Fatiiek.  —  1  John  2:  1. 

1.  Where  is  my  God  ?     Does  He  retire 

Beyond  the  reach  of  humble  sighs  ? 
Are  these  weak  breathings  of  desire 
Too  languid  to  ascend  the  skies  ? 

2.  Look  up,  my  soul,  with  cheerful  eye ; 

See  where  the  great  Redeemer  stands, 
The  glorious  Advocate  on  high, 

With  precious  incense  in  His  hands. 

3.  He  sweetens  every  humble  groan, 

He  recommends  each  broken  prayer ; 
Recline  thy  hope  on  Him  alone 

Whose  power  and  love  forbid  despair. 
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4.  Teach  ray  weak  heart.  O  gracious  Lord, 

With  stronger  faith  to  call  Thee  mine ; 
Bid  me  pronounce  the  blissful  word, 

My  Father,  God,  with  joy  divine. 

241.  C.  M.  Watts. 

Theough  Him  vrz   both   have  access   bt  one  Stieit  v>-to  the 
Father. —  Eph.  2  :  I& 

1.  Come,  let  us  lift  our  joyful  eyes 

Up  to  the  courts  above, 
And  smile  to  see  our  Father  there 
Upon  a  throne  of  love. 

2.  Once  'twas  a  seat  of  dreadful  wrath, 

And  shot  devouring  flame  : 
Our  God  appeared  consuming  Are, 
And  vengeance  was  His  name. 

5.  Rich  were  the  drops  of  Jesus'  blood. 

That  calmed  His  frowning  face, 
That  sprinkled  o'er  the  burning  throne, 
And  turned  the  wrath  to  grace. 

4.  Ndw  we  may  bow  before  His  feet. 

And  venture  near  the  Lord  : 
No  fiery  cherub  guards  His  seat. 
Nor  double  flaming  sword. 

5.  The  peaceful  gates  of  heavenly  bliss 

Are  opened  by  the  Son  ; 
High  let  us  raise  our  notes  of  praise. 
And  reach  the  almighty  throne. 

6.  To  Thee  ten  thousand  thanks  we  bring. 

Great  Advocate  on  high  ; 
And  glory  to  the  eternal  King, 
That  lavs  His  ftiry  by. 
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CHRIST. 

242.  L.  M.  Steele. 

IIe  ever  livetii  to  make  intercession. —  Ileb.  7:  25. 

1.  He  lives,  the  great  Redeemer  livfis  ; 
What  joy  the  blest  assurance  giv 
And  now,  before  His  Father,  God, 
Pleads  the  full  merit  of  His  blood. 

2.  Repeated  crimes  awake  our  fears, 

And  justice  armed  with  frowns  appears; 
But  in  the  Saviour's  lovely  face, 
Sweet  mercy  smiles,  and  all  is  peace. 

3.  Hence,  then,  ye  black,  despairing  thoughts; 
Above  our  fears,  above  our  faults. 

His  powerful  intercessions  rise, 
And  guilt  recedes,  and  terror  dies. 

4.  In  every  dark,  distressful  hour, 
When  sin  and  Satan  join  their  power, 
Let  this  dear  hope  repel  the  dart, 
That  Jesus  bears  us  on  His  heart. 

5.  Great  Advocate,  almighty  Friend  ! 
On  Him  our  humble  hopes  depend : 
Our  cause  can  never,  never  fail, 
For  Jesus  pleads,  and  must  prevail. 

243.  L.  Mi  Medley. 

TnE  Forerunner.  —  Heb.  6:  20. 

1.  High  on  His  throne  of  heavenly  light, 
Eternal  glory  He  sustains, 
While  saints  and  angels  bless  the  sight ; 
There  Jesus,  our  Forerunner,  reigns. 
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2.  He  lives  salvation  to  impart 

From  sin,  and  hell,  and  Satan's  wiles  ; 
With  love  eternal  in  His  heart 

There  Jesus,  our  Forerunner,  smiles. 

3.  Before  His  heavenly  Father's  face, 

For  rvcvy  saint  He  intercedes  ; 

For  mercy  and  abounding  grace. 

There  Jesus,  our  Forerunner,  pleads. 

4.  But  O,  'tis  this  completes  the  whole, 

And  all  its  bli^s  and  glory  proves, 
That  while  eternal  ages  roll, 

There  Jesus,  our  Forerunner,  loves. 

244.  IL  Bfc  C.  Wesley. 

Yet  hate  I  set  Mr  Kixg  upon*  Mr  holy  hill.  — Ps.  2:  6. 

1.  Rejoice  !  the  Lord  is  King  ; 
Your  Lord  and  King  adore  ; 
Mortals,  give  thanks  and  sing, 
And  triumph  evermore  ; 


Lift  up  your  heart-, 
Lift  up  your  voice  ; 


Rejoice,  again 
I  say,  rejoice. 


2.  Jesus,  the  Saviour,  reigns. 

The  God  of  truth  and  love  ; 
When  He  had  purged  our  stains, 
He  took  His  seat  above ; 


Lift  up  your  hearts, 
Lift  up  your  voice  ; 


Rejoice,  again 
I  say,  rejoice. 


His  kingdom  cannot  fail ; 

He  rules  o'er  earth  and  heaven  ; 
The  keys  of  death  and  hell 

Are  to  our  Jesus  given  ; 


Lift  up  your  hearts, 
Lift  up  your  voice  ; 


Rejoice,  again 
I  say,  rejoice. 
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4.  He  Bits  at  God's  right  hand. 
Till  all  His  tors  submit, 
And  bow  to  His  command, 
And  fall  beneath  His  feet  : 


Lift  up  your  heart-. 
Lift  up  your  voice  ; 


Rejoice,  again 
I  say,  rejoice. 


5.  He  all  His  foes  shall  quell. 
Shall  all  our  sins  destroy, 
And  every  bosom  swell 
With  pure,  seraphic  joy; 


Lift  up  your  hearts^ 
Lift  up  your  voice  ; 


Rejoice,  again 
I  say,  rejoice. 


G.  Rejoice  in  glorious  hope, 

Jesus,  the  Judge,  shall  come, 
And  take  His  servants  up 
To  their  eternal  home  ; 


"We  soon  shall  hear 
The  archangel's  voice ; 


The  trump  of  God 
Shall  sound,  Rejoice  ! 


245.  L.  M.  Watts. 

Thou  akt  fairer  in.vx  the  children"  of  me.v.  —  Ps.  4.3:  i 

1.  The  King  of  saints,  how  fair  His  face, 
Adorned  with  majesty  and  grace  ! 

He  comes  with  blessings  from  above, 
And  wins  the  nations  to  His  love. 

2.  At  His  right  hand  our  eyes  behold 
The  queen  arrayed  in  purest  gold  : 
The  world  admires  her  heavenly  dress, 
Her  robe  of  joy  and  righteousness. 

3.  He  forms  her  beauties  like  His  own  ; 
He  calls  and  seats  her  near  His  throne  ; 
Fair  stranger,  let  thine  heart  ibrget 
The  idols  of  thy  native  state. 

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4.  O  happy  hour,  when  thou  shalt  rise 
To  Ilis  fair  palace  in  the  skies, 

And  all  thy  sons  —  a  numerous  train  — 
Each  like  a  prince  in  glory  reign. 

5.  Let  endless  honors  crown  His  head  ; 
Let  every  age  His  praises  spread  ; 
While  we,  with  cheerful  songs,  approve 
The  condescensions  of  His  love. 

246.  L.  31.  Watts. 

Who,  bei>*g  nr  the  foem  of  Gor>,  thought  it  xot  robbebt  to  ee  equal 
with  God. — Phil,  l'  :  ij. 

1.  Bright  King  of  glory,  dreadful  God  ! 

Our  spirits  bow  before  Thy  seat ; 

To  Thee  we  lift  an  humble  thought, 

And  worship  at  Thine  awful  feet. 

2.  A  thousand  seraphs,  strong  and  bright, 

Stand  round  the  glorious  Deity  : 
But  who.  among  the  sons  of  light, 
Pretends  comparison  with  Thee  ? 

3.  Yet  there  is  one  of  human  frame, 

Jesus,  arrayed  in  flesh  and  bloody 
Thinks  it  no  robbery  to  claim 
A  full  equality  with  God. 

4.  Their  glory  shines  with  equal  beams  ; 

Their  essence  is  forever  one : 
Though  They  are  known  by  different  names, 
The  Father  God,  and  God  the  Son. 

5.  Then  let  the  name  of  Christ,  our  King, 

With  equal  honors  be  adored  ; 
His  praise  let  every  angel  sing, 

And  all  the  nations  own  Him  Lord. 
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CHRIST. 

247.  8s,  7s,  &  4. 

■Whbh  the  Sox  of  Max  shall  come  ix  His  glory. —  Matt.  25:  31. 

1.  Lo,  He  comes,  the  King  of  glory, 

With  His  chosen  tribes  to  reign  ; 
Countless  hosts  of  saints  and  angels 
Swell  the  mighty  Conqueror's  train  ; 

Now  in  triumph, 
Sin  and  Death  are  captive  led. 

2.  See,  the  rocks  and  mountains  rending, 

All  the  nations  filled  with  dread  ; 
Hark  !  the  trump  of  God,  proclaiming, 
Through  the  mansions  of  the  dead, 

"  Come  to  judgment ; 
Stand  before  the  Son  of  Man  ! " 

3.  Now  behold  the  dead  awaking  ; 

Great  and  small  before  Him  stand ; 
Not  one  soul  forgot  or  missing ; 
None  His  orders  countermand  ; 

All  stand  waiting 
For  their  last,  decisive  doom. 

4.  Now  awake,  ye  slumbering  virgins  ; 

Trim  your  lamps  ;  the  Bridegroom's  near ; 
Let  your  loins  with  truth  be  girded  ; 
Signs  proclaim  He'll  soon  appear ; 

Mark,  the  fig  tree, 
Budding,  shows  the  summer's  near. 

5.  Jesus,  save  a  trembling  sinner, 

While  the  storms  of  vengeance  roll ; 
In  this  general  wreck  of  nature, 
Be  the  Refuge  of  my  soul : 

Jesus,  save  me,  when  the  lightnings 
Blaze  around  from  pole  to  pole. 
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ADORATION. 


CHRIST.  —  ADORATION. 
248.  C.  M.  O.  Wesley. 

The  Lord  jEnovAn  is  my  Steengtii  and  my  Soxg.—  Is.  12:  2. 

1.  O  for  a  thousand  tongues,  to  sing 

My  great  Redeemer's  praise  ; 
The  glories  of  my  God  and  King, 
The  triumphs  of  His  grace. 

2.  My  gracious  Master,  and  my  God, 

Assist  me  to  proclaim, 
To  spread,  through  all  the  earth  abroad, 
The  honors  of  Thy  name. 

3.  Jesus  !  the  name  that  charms  our  fears, 

That  bids  our  sorrows  cease  ; 
'Tis  music  in  the  sinner's  ears  ; 
'Tis  life,  and  health,  and  peace. 

4.  He  breaks  the  power  of  cancelled  sin  ; 

He  sets  the  prisoner  free  ; 
His  blood  can  make  the  foulest  clean  ; 
His  blood  availed  for  me. 

5.  He  speaks ;  and,  listening  to  His  voice, 

New  life  the  dead  receive ; 
The  mournful,  broken  hearts  rejoice ; 
The  humble  poor  believe. 

6.  Hear  Him,  ye  deaf;  His  praise,  ye  dumb, 

Your  loosened  tongues  employ  ; 
Ye  blind,  behold  your  Saviour  come ; 
And  leap,  ye  lame,  for  joy. 
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CHRIST. 

249.  7-  .v-  6s. 

Praise  orp.  God,  all  ye  IIis  servants.  —  Rev.  1?  :  5. 

1.  PRAISE  the  Lord,  who  reigns  above, 

And  keeps  His  court-  below; 
Praise  Him  for  Hi-  boundless  love, 
And  all  His  greatness  show ; 

Praise  Him  for  His  noble  deeds ; 

Praise  Him  for  IIis  matchless  power; 
Him.  from  whom  all  good  proceeds, 

Let  earth  and  heaven  adore. 

2.  Publish,  spread  to  all  around. 

The  great  ImmanuelVname  ; 
Let  the  gospel  trumpet  sound ; 

Him  the  Prince  of  Peace  proclaim. 
Praise  Him.  every  tuneful  string ; 

All  the  reach  of  heavenly  art, 
All  the  power  of  music  bring  — 

The  music  of  the  heart. 

3.  Him.  in  whom  they  move  and  live, 

Let  every  creature  sing ; 
Glory  to  our  Saviour  give, 

And  homage  to  our  King. 
Hallowed  be  His  name  beneath  ; 

A-  in  heaven,  on  earth  adored; 
Praise  the  Lord  in  every  breath ; 

Let  all  things  praise  the  Lord. 

250.  7s.  Maban's  Coll. 

TO   LTlM   BE   GLORY  AND   DOMINION   FOREVER  AND   EVEE.  —  Rev.  1  :  C. 

1.  Now  begin  the  heavenly  theme; 
Sing  aloud  in  Jesus'  name; 
Ye  who  His  salvation  prove, 
Triumph  in  redeeming  love. 
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AD  OR  ATI  OX. 

2.  Ye  who  see  the  Father's  grace 
Beaming  in  the  Saviour's  face, 
As  to  Canaan  on  ye  move, 
Praise  and  bless  redeeming  love. 

3.  Mourning  souls,  dry  up  your  tears ; 
Banish  all  your  guilty  fears  ; 

See  your  guilt  and  curse  remove, 
Cancelled  by  redeeming  love. 

4.  Ye,  alas  !  who  long  have  been 
Willing  slaves  to  death  and  sin, 
Noav,  from  bliss  no  longer  rove ; 
Stop,  and  taste  redeeming  love. 

5.  Welcome,  all  by  sin  oppressed, 
"Welcome  to  His  sacred  rest ; 
Nothing  brought  Him  from  above, 
Nothing  but  redeeming  love. 

6.  He  subdued  the  infernal  powers ; 
His  tremendous  foes,  and  ours, 
From  their  cursed  empire  drove, 
Mighty  in  redeeming  love. 

7.  Hither,  then,  your  music  bring ; 
Strike  aloud  each  joyful  string  ; 
Mortals,  join  the  hosts  above  ; 
Join  to  praise  redeeming  love, 

251.  C.  M.  Steele. 

The  love  or  Christ.  — 2  Cor.  5  :  14. 

1.  To  our  Redeemer's  glorious  name 
Awake  the  sacred  song ; 
O,  may  His  love  —  immortal  flame  — 
Tune  every  heart  and  tongue. 
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CHRIST. 


2.  His  love  what  mortal  thought  can  reach  ? 

What  mortal  tongue  display 2 
Imagination's  utmost  stretch 
In  wonder  dies  away. 

3.  Dear  Lord,  while  we,  adoring,  pay 

Our  humble  thanks  to  Thee, 
May  every  heart  with  rapture  say, 
4i  The  Saviour  died  for  me." 

4.  O,  may  the  sweet,  the  blissful  theme 

Fill  every  heart  and  tongue, 
Till  strangers  love  Thy  charming  name, 
And  join  the  sacred  song. 


252.  L.  M.  Doddridge. 

A  Prince  and  a  Saviour.  —  Acts  5  :  31. 

1.  Hail  to  the  Prince  of  life  and  peace, 

Who  holds  the  keys  of  death  and  hell ; 
The  spacious  world  unseen  is  His, 

And  sovereign  power  becomes  Him  well. 

2.  In  shame  and  torment  once  He  died ; 

But  now  He  lives  forevermore ; 
Bow  down,  ye  saints,  around  His  seat, 
And  all  ye  angel  bands  adore. 

3.  So  live  forever,  glorious  Lord, 

To  crush  Thy  foes  and  guard  Thy  friends, 
"While  all  Thy  chosen  tribes  rejoice 
That  Thy  dominion  never  ends. 

4.  Worthy  Thy  hand  to  hold  the  keys, 

Guided  by  wisdom  and  by  love ; 
Worthy  to  rule  o'er  mortal  life, 

O'er  worlds  below,  and  worlds  above. 
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ADORATION. 

5.  Forever  reign,  victorious  King  ; 

Wide  through  the  earth  Thy  name  be  known; 
And  call  my  longing  soul  to  sing 
Sublimer  anthems  near  Thy  throne. 

253,  6s   &  4s.  KlXGSBURY. 

That  at  the  >\vme  of  Jesus  every  kvee  siiould  lovt.—  Phil.  2  :  10. 

1.  Let  us  awake  our  joys : 
Strike  up  with  cheerful  voice ; 

Each  creature,  sing ; 
Angels,  begin  the  song ; 
Mortals,  the  strain  prolong, 
In  accents  sweet  and  strong, 

u  Jesus  is  King." 

2.  Proclaim  abroad  His  name ; 
Tell  of  His  matchless  fame ; 

What  wonders  done ; 
Above,  beneath,  around, 
Let  all  the  earth  resound, 
Till  heaven's  high  arch  rebound, 

a  Victory  is  won." 

3.  He  vanquished  sin  and  hell, 
And  our  last  foe  will  quell ; 

Mourners,  rejoice ; 
His  dying  love  adore  ; 
Praise  Him,  now  raised  in  power ; 
Praise  Him  forevermore, 

With  joyful  voice. 

4.  All  hail  the  glorious  day, 
When,  through  the  heavenly  way, 

Lo.  He  shall  come, 
While  they  who  pierced  Him  wail ; 
His  promise  shall  not  fail ; 
Saints,  see  your  King  prevail ; 

Great  Saviour,  come. 
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CHRIST. 

254.  7S.  COXDER. 
Palms  nr  tiieik  hands.  —  Rev.  7  :  9. 

1.  See  the  ransomed  millions  stand, 
Palms  of  conquest  in  their  hand ; 
This  before  the  throne  their  strain  — 
"  Hell  is  vanquished,  Death  is  slain. 

2.  "  Blessing,  honor,  glory,  might, 
Are  the  Conqueror's  native  right ; 
Thrones  and  powers  before  Him  fall, 
Lamb  of  God,  and  Lord  of  all." 

255.  L.  M.  Shirley. 

"Worthy  is  the  Lamb.  —  Rev.  5  :  12. 

1.  Worthy  the  Lamb  of  boundless  sway, 

In  earth  or  heaven  the  Lord  of  all ; 
Let  all  the  powers  of  earth  obey, 
And  low  before  His  footstool  fall. 

2.  Higher,  still  higher,  swell  the  strain  ; 

Creation's  voice,  the  note  prolong ; 
Jesus,  the  Lamb,  shall  ever  reign ; 
Let  hallelujahs  crown  the  song. 

DOXOLOGY. 

To  Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost, 

The  God  whom  heaven  and  earth  adore, 

Be  glory  as  it  was  of  old, 

Is  now,  and  shall  be  evermore. 
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ADORATION. 

256.  8s  ft  7s.  Pratt's  Coll. 

Tiiou  aet  mt  God,  a>*d  I  will  praise  Thee.  — Ps.  US:  2S. 

1.  CBOWN  His  head  with  endless  blessing, 

Who,  in  God  the  Father's  name, 
With  eompassions  never  ceasing 
Comes  salvation  to  proclaim. 

2.  Lo,  Jehovah,  we  adore  Thee ! 

Thee,  our  Saviour !  Thee,  our  God ! 
From  His  throne  His  beams  of  glory 
Shine  through  all  the  world  abroad. 

3.  Jesus,  Thee  our  Saviour  hailing, 

Thee  our  God  in  praise  we  own ; 
Highest  honors,  never  failing, 
Eise  eternal  round  Thy  throne. 

4.  Xow,  ye  saints.  His  power  confessing, 

In  your  grateful  strains  adore ; 
For  His  mercy,  never  ceasing. 
Flows,  and  flows  forevermore. 


257.  L.  If.  Doddridge. 

HIS  THP.05X   IS   EPEOLDEX  ET  MEECY—  Prov.  1 

1.  Exalted  Prince  of  life,  we  own 
The  royal  honors  of  Thy  throne ; 
'Tis  fixed  by  God's  almighty  hand, 
And  seraphs  bow  at  Thy  command. 

2.  Exalted  Saviour,  we  confess 

The  sovereign  triumphs  of  Thy  grace, 
Where  beams  of  gentle  radiance  shine, 
And  temper  majesty  divine. 
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CHRIST. 

Wide  Thy  resistless  seeptre  sway. 
Till  all  Thine  enemies  obey  ; 
Wide  may  Thy  cross  its  virtues  prove, 
And  conquer  millions  by  its  love. 

DOXOLOGY. 

To  God  the  Father,  God  the  Son, 
And  God  the  Spirit,  Three  in  One, 
Be  honor,  praise,  and  glory  given, 
By  all  on  earth  and  all  in  heaven. 


258.  8s  &  7s.  Bakewell. 

TlIOU  ART  WORTHY,   O  LOP.D,   TO   RECEIVE   GLORY.  —  Rev.  4  :  U. 

1.  Hail,  Thou  once  despised  Jesus  ; 

Hail,  Thou  Galilean  King ; 
Thou  didst  suffer  to  release  us, 

Thou  didst  free  salvation  bring. 
Hail,  Thou  agonizing  Saviour, 

Bearer  of  our  sin  and  shame  ; 
By  Thy  merits  we  find  favor  ; 

Life  is  given  through  Thy  name. 

2.  Paschal  Lamb,  by  God  appointed, 

All  our  sins  on  Thee  were  laid ; 
By  almighty  love  anointed, 

Thou  hast  full  atonement  made ; 
All  Thy  people  are  forgiven, 

Through  the  virtue  of  Thy  blood ; 
Opened  is  the  gate  of  heaven  ; 

Peace  is  made  'twixt  man  and  God. 

3.  Jesus,  hail !  enthroned  in  glory, 

There  forever  to  abide  ; 
All  the  heavenly  hosts  adore  Thee, 
Seated  at  Thy  Father's  side  ; 
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ADORATION. 

There  for  -inner-  Thou  art  pleading, 
There  Thou  dost  our  place  prepare, 
for  us  interceding, 

Till  in  glory  we  appear. 

4.  Worship,  honor,  power,  and  blessing, 

Thou  art  worthy  to  receive  ; 
Loudc-t  praises,  without  ceasing, 

Meet  it  is  for  as  to  give ; 
Help,  ye  bright,  angelic  Spirits  : 

Bring  your  sweetest,  noblest  lays ; 
Help  to  sing  our  Saviour'.-  merit-. 

Help  to  chant  Immanuel's  praise. 

259.  8s,  7s,  &  4s.  Kelly. 

And  H"e  shall  r.Eicy  folevep.  axd  ever.  —  Rev.  11 :  IK 

1.  L oo k.  ye  saints;   the  sight  is  glorious; 

-  the  "Man  of  S     rows  M  now; 

From  the  fight  returned  victorious, 
Every  knee  to  Him  shall  bow ; 
Crown  Him.  crown  Him ; 
Crowns  become  the  Victor's  brow. 

2.  Crown  the  Saviour,  angels,  crown  Him  ; 

Rich  the  trophies  Jesus  brings ; 
In  the  seat  of  power  enthrone  Him, 
While  the  vault  of  heaven  rings ; 

Crown  Him.  crown  Him  ; 
Crown  the  Saviour  "  King  of  kings." 

3.  Sinners  in  derision  crowned  Him. 

Mocking  thus  the  Saviour's  claim ; 
Saints  and  angels  crowd  around  Him, 
Own  His  title,  praise  His  name  ; 

Crown  Him.  crown  Him ; 
Spread  abroad  the  Victor's  fame. 
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CHRIST. 

4.  Hark  !  those  bursts  of  acclamation ! 

Hark  !  those  loud,  triumphant  chords  ! 
Jesus  takes  the  highest  station ; 
O,  what  joy  the  sight  affords  ! 
Crown  Him,  crown  Him, 
"  King  of  kings,  and  Lord  of  lords." 

260.  4s,  6s,  &  8s.  Brydges. 

Behold  the  Lamb  of  God. —John  1  :  29. 

1.  Behold  the  Lamb  ! 
O  Thou  for  sinners  slain, 
Let  it  not  be  in  vain 

That  Thou  hast  died ; 
Thee  for  my  Saviour  let  me  take, 
Thee,  Thee  alone,  my  Refuge  make, 

Thy  pierced  side. 

2.  Behold  the  Lamb  ! 
Archangels,  fold  your  wings  ; 
Seraphs,  hush  all  the  strings 

Of  million  lyres : 
The  Victim,  veiled  on  earth,  in  love 
Unveiled,  enthroned,  adored  above, 

All  heaven  admires. 

3.  Behold  the  Lamb  ! 
Saints,  wrapped  in  blissful  rest, 
Souls,  waiting  to  be  blest  — 

O  Lord,  how  long  ! 
Thou  church  on  earth,  o'erwhelmed  with  fears, 
Still  in  this  vale  of  woe  and  tears, 

Swell  the  full  song. 

4.  Behold  the  Lamb ! 
Worthy  is  He  alone 
To  sit  upon  the  throne 

Of  God  above  ; 

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ADORATION'. 

One  with  the  Ancient  of  all  (lavs  ; 
One  with  the  Paratelete  in  praise ; 
All  light,  all  love. 

261.  8s  &  7s.  Caswall. 

TO  THE  ONLY  WISE  GOD,  OL*E  BAYIOUB,  BE  GLOEY.  —  Jude  25. 

1.  SiNG,  my  tongue,  the  Saviour's  glory  ; 

Tell  His  triumph  far  and  wide  ; 
Tell  aloud  the  famous  story 

Of  His  body  crucified : 
How  upon  the  cross  a  victim 

Vanquishing  in  death.  He  died. 

2.  Eating  of  the  tree  forbidden, 

Man  had  sunk  in  Satan's  snare, 
"When  our  pitying  Creator 

Did  this  second  tree  prepare ; 
Destined,  many  ages  later, 

That  first  evil  to  repair. 

3.  Blessing,  honor  everlasting, 

To  the  immortal  Deity  : 
To  the  Father,  Son.  and  Spirit, 

Equal  praises  ever  be  ; 
Glory  through  the  earth  and  heaven 

To  our  God  in  Trinity. 

262.  L.  M.  Watts. 

Ue  would  eaise  up  Ciieist  to  sit  ox  His  tiieoxe.—  Act?  2 

1.  Now  for  a  tune  of  lofty  praise 
To  great  Jehovah's  equal  Son  : 
Awake,  my  voice,  in  heavenly  lays  : 
Tell  the  loud  wonders  He  hath  done. 
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CIIIMST. 

2.  Sing  how  He  left  the  worlds  of  light, 

And  the  bright  robes  lie  wore  above; 
IIow  swift  and  joyful  was  I  lis  flight 
On  wings  of  everlasting  love. 

3.  Deep  in  the  shades  of  gloomy  death, 

The  almighty  Captive  prisoner  lay ; 
The  almighty  Captive  left  the  earth, 
And  rose  to  everlasting  day. 

4.  Lift  up  your  eyes,  ye  sons  of  light, 

Up  to  His  throne  of  shining  grace ; 
See  what  immortal  glories  sit 

Round  the  sweet  beauties  of  His  face. 

DOXOLOGY. 

Now  to  the  Father,  and  the  Son 

Who  rose  from  death,  be  glory  given ; 

With  Thee,  O  holy  Comforter, 

Henceforth  by  all  in  earth  and  heaven. 

263.  C.  M.  Watts. 

Wouthy  is  the  Lamb  that  vtas  slaix.—  Rev.  5 :  12. 

1.  Come,  let  us  join  our  cheerful  songs 

With  angels  round  the  throne ; 
Ten  thousand  thousand  are  their  tongues, 
But  all  their  joys  are  one. 

2.  "  Worthy  the  Lamb  that  died,"  they  cry, 

"  To  be  exalted  thus  ;  " 
"  Worthy  the  Lamb,*  our  lips  reply, 
"  For  He  was  slain  for  us." 

3.  Jesus  is  worthy  to  receive 

Honor  and  power  divine ; 
And  blessings,  more  than  we  can  give, 
Be,  Lord,  forever  Thine. 
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ADORATION. 

4.  Let  all  that  dwell  above  the  sky, 
And  air.  and  earth,  and  - 
Conspire  to  lift  Thy  glories  high, 
And  speak  Thine  endless  praise. 

o.  The  whole  creation  join  in  one 
To  bless  the  sacred  name 
Of  Him  that  sirs  upon  the  throne, 
And  to  adore  the  Lamb. 


264.  S.  31.  TTatts. 

Novr  uxto  the  King  ztekxal.  immortal,  ixvisielz,  etc.— 1  Tun.  1  .-  17, 

1.  To  God  the  only  wise, 

Our  Saviour  and  our  King, 

Let  all  the  saints  below  the  skies 

Their  humble  praises  bring. 

2.  'Tis  His  almighty  love. 

His  counsel  and  His  care, 

Preserves  us  sate  from  sin  and  death, 
And  every  hurtful  snare. 

3.  He  will  present  our  souls. 

Unblemished  and  complete, 
Before  the  glory  of  His  face, 
With  joys  divinely  great. 

4.  Then  all  the  chosen  seed 

Shall  meet  around  the  throne  ; 
Shall  bless  the  conduct  of  His  grace, 
And  make  His  wonders  known. 

5.  To  our  Redeemer  God 

Wisdom  and  power  belongs. 
Immortal  crowns  of  majesty, 

And  everlasting  songs. 
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CHRIST. 

265.  C.  M.  Duncan. 

IIe  is  Lord  of  all.  — Acts  10:  S£ 

1.  All  hail,  the  power  of  Jesus'  name ; 

Let  angels  prostrate  fall, 
Bring  forth  the  royal  diadem, 
And  crown  Him  Lord  of  all. 

2.  Crown  Him,  ye  morning  stars  of  light, 

Who  fixed  this  floating  ball; 
Now  hail  the  strength  of  Israel's  might, 
And  crown  Him  Lord  of  all. 

3.  Crown  Him,  ye  martyrs  of  our  God, 

Who  from  His  altar  call ; 
Extol  the  stem  of  Jesse's  rod, 
And  crown  Him  Lord  of  all. 

4.  Ye  chosen  seed  of  Israel's  race, 

A  remnant  weak  and  small, 
Hail  Him  who  saves  you  by  His  grace, 
And  crown  Him  Lord  of  all. 

5.  Ye  Gentile  sinners,  ne'er  forget 

The  wormwood  and  the  gall ; 
Go,  spread  your  trophies  at  His  feet, 
And  crown  Him  Lord  of  all. 

6.  Let  every  kindred,  every  tribe, 

On  this  terrestrial  ball, 
To  Him  all  majesty  ascribe, 
And  crown  Him  Lord  of  all. 

7.  O  that  with  yonder  sacred  throng, 

We  at  His  feet  may  fall ! 
We'll  join  the  everlasting  song, 
And  crown  Him  Lord  of  all. 
196 


ADORATION'. 

266.  6i  &  4s. 

The  Lamb  wnicn  is  ix  the  midst  of  the  theoxe.—  Rev.  7  :  17. 

1.  Gloky  to  God  on  high  ! 
Let  heaven  and  earth  reply, 

u  Praise  ye  His  name  ; " 
Angels,  His  love  adore, 
Who  all  our  sorrows  bore ; 
Saints,  cry  for  evermore, 

M  Worthy  the  Lamb/' 

2.  Ye  who  snrround  the  throne, 
Cheerfully  join  in  one. 

Praising  His  name  : 
Ye  who  have  felt  His  blood 
Sealing  your  peaee  with  God, 
Sound  through  the  earth  abroad, 

u  Worthy  the  Lamb." 

3.  Soon  must  we  change  our  place  ; 
Yet  will  we  never  cease 

Praising  His  name  ; 
Still  will  we  tribute  bring. 
Hail  Him  our  gracious  King, 
And  through  all  ages  sing, 

••  Worthy  the  Lamb."  [ 

267.  C.  1M.  Watts 

God  HATn  blessed  Thee  fof.evee.  —  Ps.  4-5  :  2. 

1.  I'll  speak  the  honors  of  my  King, 

His  form  divinely  lair : 
None  of  the  sons  of  mortal  race 
May  with  the  Lord  compare. 

2.  Sweet  is  Thy  speech,  and  heavenly  grace 

Upon  Thy  lips  is  shed  ; 
Thy  God  with  blessings  infinite 
Hath  crowned  Thy  sacred  head. 
197 


CHRIST. 

3.  Gird  on  Thy  sword,  victorious  Prince, 

Ride  with  majestic  sway; 
Thy  terror  shall  strike  through  Thy  foes, 
And  make  the  world  obey. 

4.  Thy  throne,  O  God,  forever  stands  ; 

Thy  word  of  grace  shall  prove 
A  peaceful  sceptre  in  Thy  hands, 
To  rule  the  saints  by  love. 

O.  Justice  and  truth  attend  Thee  still ; 
But  mercy  is  Thy  choice ; 
And  God,  Thy  God,  Thy  soul  shall  fill 
With  most  peculiar  joys. 

268.  5s  &  Gs.      Madan's  Coll. 

Salvation  to  our  God.  — Rev.  7:  10. 

1.  Ye  servants  of  God, 

Your  Master  proclaim, 
And  publish  abroad 

His  wonderful  name ; 
The  name  all  victorious 

Of  Jesus  extol ; 
His  kingdom  is  glorious, 

And  rules  over  all. 

2.  God  ruleth  on  high, 

Almighty  to  save ; 
And  still  He  is  nigh ; 

His  presence  we  have ; 
The  great  congregation 

His  triumph  shall  sing, 
Ascribing  salvation 

To  Jesus  our  King. 

3.  Salvation  to  God, 

Who  sits  on  the  throne, 
198 


ADORATION. 

Let  all  cry  aloud. 
And  honor  the  Son  ; 

Our  Saviour's  high  praises 
The  angels  proclaim  ; 

Fall  down  on  their  faces 
And  worship  the  Lamb. 

4.  Then  let  us  adore. 

And  give  Him  His  right  - 
All  glory  and  power. 

And  wisdom  and  might ; 
All  honor  and  blessing, 

With  angels  above. 
And  thanks  never  ceasing, 

And  infinite  love. 


269.  S.  M.  Hammond. 

Axd  they  sixg  the  soxg  of  Moses.  —  Rev.  1j  :  3. 

1.  Awake,  and  sing  the  song 

Of  Moses  and  the  Lamb  : 
"Wake  every  heart,  and  every  tongue, 
To  praise  the  Saviours  name. 

2.  Sing  of  His  dying  love  ; 

Sing  of  His  rising  power ; 
Sing  how  He  intercedes  above, 
For  us,  whose  sins  He  bore. 

3.  Sing,  till  we  feel  our  heart 

Ascending  with  our  tongue  ; 

Sing,  till  the  love  of  sin  depart, 

And  grace  inspire  our  song. 

4.  Soon  shall  we  hear  Him  say, 

"*  Ye  blessed  children,  come  ! " 
Soon  will  He  call  us  hence  away 
To  our  eternal  home. 
199 


CHRIST. 

5.  There  shall  our  raptured  tongue 
His  endless  praise  proclaim, 
And  sweeter  voices  tune  the  song 
Of  Moses  and  the  Lamb. 

270.  lis  &  12s.  Noel's  Coll. 

The  Lord  God  omxipotext  eeigxeth.  —  Rev.  10  :  G. 

1.  O,  jo ix  ye  the  anthems  of  triumph  that  rise 
From  the  throng  of  the  blest,  from  the  hosts  of  the 

skies ; 
Alleluia,  they  sing,  in  rapturous  strains, 
Alleluia,  the  Lord  God  omnipotent  reigns  ! 

2.  He  gave  to  the  light  its  beneficent  wings ; 

He  controlleth  the  councils  of  senates  and  kings ; 
From  His  throne  in  the  clouds  the  lightnings  are 

hurled, 
And  He  ruleth  the  factions  that  rage  through  the 

world. 

3.  Rejoice,  ye  that  love  Him  ;  His  power  cannot  fail ; 
His  omnipotent  goodness  shall  surely  prevail ; 
The  triumph  of  evil  will  shortly  be  passed, 

And  the  omnipotent  King  shall  conquer  at  last. 

4.  Though  Satan  now  maketh  the  nations  his  prey, 
The  dominion  of  darkness  shall  soon  pass  away ; 
Exulting,  we  join  heaven's  rapturous  strains, 
Alleluia,  the  Lord  God  omnipotent  reigns ! 

271.  8s  &  7s.  Kelly. 

Let  all  the  axgels  of  God  worship  IIim.  —  neb.  1 :  C. 

1.  Hahk  !  ten  thousand  harps  and  voices 
Sound  the  note  of  praise  above ; 
Jesus  reigns,  and  heaven  rejoices  ; 
Jesus  reigns,  the  God  of  love : 
200 


ADORATION". 

See.  lie  sits  on  yonder  throne ; 
Jesus  rules  the  world  alone. 

'2.  King  of  glory,  reign  forever: 

Thine  an  everlasting  crown  : 
Nothing  from  Thy  love  shall  sever 

Those  whom  Thou  hast  made  Thine  own  : 
Happy  objects  of  Thy  grace, 
Destined  to  behold  Thy  face, 

3.  Saviour,  hasten  Thine  appearing  ; 

Bring.  0  bring  the  glorious  day. 
When,  the  awful  summons  hearing. 

Heaven  and  earth  shall  pass  away ; 
Then,  with  golden  harps,  we'll  sing, 
u  Glory,  glory  to  our  King." 

272.  C.  M.  TTatts. 

Blessed  be  the  King  tiiat  cometii  in-  the  rami  of  the  Lord. 

Luke  19  :  3 

1.  Hosaxxa  to  our  conquering  King  ! 

All  hail,  incarnate  Love  ! 
Ten  thousand  songs  and  glories  wait 
To  crown  Thy  head  above. 

2.  Thy  victories  and  Thy  deathless  tame, 

Through  the  wide  world  shall  run. 
And  everlasting  ages  sing 

The  triumphs  Thou  hast  won. 

273.  8s  &  7s.  Kobixsox. 

Being  the  brightness  of  His  glot.y.  —  Hob.  1  :  3. 

1.  Brightness  of  the  Father's  glory. 

Shall  Thy  praise  unuttered  lie? 

Fly,  my  tongue,  such  guilty  silence ; 

Sing  the  Lord  who  came  to  die. 

201 


CHRIST. 

2.  Did  archangels  sing  Thy  coming? 

Did  the  shepherds  learn  their  lays? 
Shame  would  cover  me,  ungrateful, 
Should  my  tongue  refuse  to  praise. 

3.  From  the  highest  throne  in  glory 

To  the  cross  of  deepest  woe, 
All  to  ransom  guilty  captives ! 
Flow,  my  praise,  forever  flow. 

4.  Go,  return,  immortal  Saviour ; 

Leave  Thy  footstool,  take  Thy  throne  ; 
Thence  return,  and  reign  forever; 
Be  the  kingdom  all  Thine  own. 

274.  10s,  lis,  &  12s.       Epis.  Coll. 

Messiah,  tiie  Pbletck.  —  Dan.  9  :  25. 

1.  Ziox,  the  marvellous  story  be  telling, 

The  Son  of  the  Highest,  how  lowly  His  birth  ! 
The  brightest  archangel  in  glory  excelling, 

He  stoops  to  redeem  thee,  He  reigns  upon  earth. 
Shout  the  glad  tidings,  exultingly  sing  ; 
Jerusalem  triumphs,  Messiah  is  King ! 

2.  Tell  how  He  cometh,  from  nation  to  nation ; 

The  heart-cheering  news  let  the  earth  echo  round ; 
How  free  to  the  faithful  He  offers  salvation, 

How  His  people  with  joy  everlasting  are  crowned. 
Shout  the  glad  tidings,  exultingly  sing; 
Jerusalem  triumphs.  Messiah  is  King ! 

3.  Mortals,  your  homage  be  gratefully  bringing 

And  sweet  let  the  gladsome  hosanna  arise  ; 
Ye  angels,  the  full  hallelujah  be  singing, 

One  chorus  resound  through  the  earth  and  the  skies. 
Shout  the  glad  tidings,  exultingly  sing; 
Jerusalem  triumphs,  Messiah  is  King ! 
202 


adoration. 

275.  7&  Kelly. 

To  Him  ee  gloet,  eoth  xow  a>d  forever.  —  2  Pot.  3  :  IS. 

1.  Glory,  glory  to  our  King! 

Crowns  unlading  wreathe  His  head ; 
Jesus  is  the  name  we  sing, 

Jesus,  risen  from  the  dead ; 
Jesus,  Conqueror  o'er  the  grave; 
Jesus,  mighty  now  to  save. 

2.  Now  behold  Him  high  enthroned, 

Glory  beaming  from  His  face, 
By  adoring  angels  owned. 

God  of  holiness  and  grace  ; 
0  for  hearts  and  tongues  to  sing, 
u  Glory,  glory  to  our  King  !  n 

276.  C.  M.  Watts. 

GOLDEX  VIALS,   FULL   OF   ODORS.  — RcV.  5  I  S. 

1.  Behold  the  glories  of  the  Lamb, 

Amid  Hi-  Father's  throne  : 
Prepare  new  honors  for  His  name, 
And  songs  before  unknown. 

2.  Let  elders  worship  at  His  feet, 

The  church  adore  around  : 
With  vials  full  of  odors  sweet. 
And  harps  of  sweeter  sound. 

3.  Those  are  the  prayers  of  all  the  saints, 

And  these  the  hymns  they  raise ; 
Jesus  is  kind  to  our  complaints ; 
He  loves  to  hear  our  praise. 
203 


CHRIST. 

4.  Now  to  the  Lamb,  that  once  was  slain, 
Be  endless  blessings  paid; 

Salvation,  glory,  joy,  remain 
Forever  on  Thy  head. 

o.  The  worlds  of  nature  and  of  grace 
Are  put  beneath  Thy  power  ; 
Then  shorten  these  delaying  days, 
And  bring  the  promised  hour. 

DOXOLOGY. 

Now  to  our  God,  the  Father,  Son, 

And  Holy  Spirit,  sing; 
With  praise  to  God,  the  Three  in  One, 

Let  all  creation  ring. 

277.  8s,  7s,  &  4. 

And  again  they  said,  Alleluia.  — Rev.  19  :  3. 

1.  Hallelujah  !  best  and  sweetest 

Of  the  hymns  of  praise  above  ; 
Hallelujah !  thou  repeatest, 

Angel  host,  these  notes  of  love ; 

This  ye  utter, 
While  your  golden  harps  ye  move. 

2.  Hallelujah !  church  victorious, 

Join  the  concert  of  the  sky ; 
Hallelujah  !  bright  and  glorious, 
Lift,  ye  saints,  this  strain  on  high ; 

We,  poor  exiles, 
Join  not  yet  your  melody. 

3.  Hallelujah !  strains  of  gladness 

Comfort  not  the  faint  and  worn ; 
Hallelujah!  sounds  of  sadness 
Best  become  the  heart  forlorn ; 

Our  offences 
TVe  with  bitter  tears  must  mourn. 
204 


ADORATION. 


4.  But  our  earnest  supplication, 
Holy  God,  we  raise  to  Thee ; 
Visit  us  with  Thy  salvation, 
Make  us  all  Thy  peace  to  see. 

Hallelujah ! 
Ours  at  length  this  strain  shall  be. 


278.  7s.  Coxder. 


Praise,  O  te  servants  of  the  Lord,  praise  the  name  of  the  Lord. 

Ps.  113 :  1. 


1.  All  His  servants,  join  to  sing 
God  our  Saviour  and  our  King ; 
Round  the  world  His  praise  be  sung, 
Through  all  lands,  in  every  tongue. 

2.  O'er  all  nations  God  alone, 
Higher  than  the  heavens  His  throne ; 
Who  is  like  to  God  most  high, 
Infinite  in  majesty  ? 

3.  Yet  to  view  the  heavens  He  bends  ; 
Yea,  to  earth  He  condescends ; 
Passing  by  the  rich  and  great, 
For  the  low  and  desolate. 

4.  He  can  raise  the  poor  to  stand 
"With  the  princes  of  the  land ; 
Wealth  upon  the  needy  shower; 
Set  the  meanest  high  in  power. 

5.  He  the  broken  spirit  cheers  ; 
Turns  to  joy  the  mourner's  tears  ; 
Such  the  wonders  of  His  ways ! 
Praise  His  name,  forever  praise. 

205 


CHRIST. 

DOXOLOGY. 

Praise  to  Christ,  of  martyrs  King, 
Who  His  saints  to  bliss  doth  bring; 
Praise  to  God,  the  Father,  Son, 
And  the  Spirit,  Three  in  One. 

279.  7s.  Montgomery. 

Alleluia,  for  tiie  Lord  God  omnipotent  reigxetu.—  Rev.  YJ  :  G. 

1.  Hark  !  the  song  of  jubilee  ! 

Loud  as  mighty  thunder's  roar, 
Or  the  fulness  of  the  sea, 

When  it  breaks  upon  the  shore. 

2.  Hallelujah !  for  the  Lord 

God  Omnipotent  shall  reign ; 
Hallelujah  !  let  the  word 

Echo  round  the  earth  and  main. 

3.  Hallelujah !  hark !  the  sound, 

From  the  depths  unto  the  skies, 
Wakes,  above,  beneath,  around, 
All  creation's  harmonies. 

4.  See  Jehovah's  banner  furled ; 

Sheathed  His  sword ;  He  speaks,  'tis  done, 
And  the  kingdoms  of  this  world 
Are  the  kingdoms  of  His  Son. 

5.  He  shall  reign  from  pole  to  pole, 

With  illimitable  sway  ; 
He  shall  reign,  when,  like  a  scroll, 
Yonder  heavens  have  passed  away. 

6.  Then  the  end ;  beneath  His  rod 

Man's  last  enemy  shall  fall ; 
Hallelujah !   Christ  in  God, 
God  in  Christ,  is  All  in  All. 
206 


ADORATION. 

280.  7s.  Montgomery; 

Gloet  to  God  ix  the  highest.  —  Luke  2  :  14. 

1.  Soxgs  of  praise  the  angels  sang 
Heaven  with  hallelujahs  rang. 
When  Jehovah's  work  begun. 
When  He  .-pake  and  it  was  done. 

2.  Songs  of  praise  awoke  the  morn. 
When  the  Prince  of  Peace  was  bora ; 
Songs  of  praise  arose  when  He 
Captive  led  captivity. 

3.  Heaven  and  earth  must  pass  away ; 
Songs  of  praise  shall  crown  that  day ; 
God  will  make  new  heavens,  new  earth ; 
Song-  of  praise  shall  hail  their  birth. 

4.  And  shall  man  alone  be  dumb. 
Till  that  glorious  kingdom  come  ? 
No  :  the  church  delights  to  raise 
Psalms,  and  hymns,  and  songs  of  praise. 

5.  Borne  upon  their  latest  breath. 
Songs  of  praise  shall  conquer  death ; 
Then,  amid  eternal  joy. 

Songs  of  praise  their  powers  employ. 

281.  64  <k  4s.         Pratt's  Coll. 

Thou  aet  wor.Tny.  —  Rev.  5  :  0. 

1.  Come,  all  ye  saints  of  God. 
Publish  through  earth  abroad 

Your  Saviour's  fame ; 
T»dl  what  His  love  has  done  ; 
Trust  in  His  name  alone ; 
Shout  to  His  lofty  throne, 
u  Worthy  the  Lamb  1 " 
207 


CHRIST. 

2.  Hence,  gloomy  doubts  and  fears ! 
Dry  up  your  mournful  tears  ; 

Swell  the  glad  theme  ; 
To  Christ,  our  gracious  King, 
Strike  each  melodious  string, 
Join  heart  and  voice  to  sing, 

u  Worthy  the  Lamb  !  " 

3.  Hark  !  how  the  choirs  above, 
Filled  with  the  Saviour's  love, 

Dwell  on  His  name ! 
There,  too,  may  we  be  found, 
With  light  and  glory  crowned, 
While  all  the  heavens  resound, 

<•  Worthy  the  Lamb  !  f 


282.  7s  &  6s.  Haweis. 

Blessed  be  the  Kixg.  — Luke  19  :  3S. 

1.  To  Thee,  my  God,  my  Saviour, 

My  soul  exulting  sings, 
Rejoicing  in  Thy  favor, 

Almighty  King  of  kings  ! 
I'll  celebrate  Thy  glory, 

With  all  the  saints  above, 
And  tell  the  joyful  story 

Of  Thy  redeeming  love. 

2.  Soon  as  the  morn  with  roses 

Bedecks  the  dewy  east, 
And  when  the  sun  reposes 

Upon  the  ocean's  breast, 
My  voice  in  supplication, 

My  Saviour,  Thou  shalt  hear ; 
O.  grant  me  Thy  salvation, 

And  to  my  soul  draw  near. 
208 


ADORATION. 

o.  By  Thee  through  life  supported, 
I  pass  the  dangerous  road, 

With  heavenly  hosts  escorted 
Up  to  their  bright  abode ; 

There  cast  my  crown  before  Thee, 

And.  all  my  conflicts  o'er. 
Unceasingly  adore  Thee  ; 

What  would  an  angel  more  ? 

283.  8s,  7s,  &  1.  Kelly. 

TlIOU  WAST    SLAIX,  A>'D   HAST   REDEEMED   US.  — Rev.  5:  0. 

1.  Glory,  glory  everlasting. 

Be  to  Him  who  bore  the  cross, 
Who  redeemed  our  souls  by  tasting 
Death,  the  death  deserved  by  us ; 

Spread  His  glory. 
Who  redeemed  His  people  thus. 

2.  While  we  hear  the  wondrous  story 

Of  the  Saviour's  cross  and  shame, 
Sing  we.  "  Everlasting  glory 
Be  to  God  and  to  the  Lamb ; " 

Saints  and  angels. 
Give  ye  glory  to  His  name. 

284.  L.  M.  Watts. 

TO  WHOM  BE  HONOR  AND  POWER  EVERLASTING.  —  1  Tim.  6  :  16. 

1.  Jesus,  thou  everlasting  King, 
Accept  the  tribute  which  we  bring; 
Accept  the  well-deserved  renown. 
And  wear  our  praises  as  Thy  crown. 

2.  Let  every  act  of  worship  be 

Like  our  espousals.  Lord,  to  Thee  ; 
Like  the  dear  hour  when  from  above 
We  first  received  Thy  pledge  of  love. 
14  209 


THE    HOLY    SPIRIT. 

3.  The  gladness  of  that  happy  day, 

Our  hearts  would  wish  it  long  to  stay  ; 
Nor  let  our  faith  forsake  its  hold, 
Nor  comforts  sink,  nor  love  grow  cold. 

4.  Each  following  minute,  as  it  flies, 
Increase  Thy  praise,  improve  our  joys, 
Till  we  are  raised  to  sing  Thy  name, 
At  the  great  supper  of  the  Lamb. 

5.  0  that  the  months  would  roll  away, 
And  bring  that  coronation  day ! 

The  King  of  grace  shall  fill  the  throne, 
With  all  His  Father's  glories  on. 


THE  HOLY  SPIRIT.  — INVOCATION. 
285.  L.  M.  Dryden. 

TnE  Spikit  of  God.  —  Gen.  1 :  2. 

1.  Creator  Spirit!  by  whose  aid 

The  world's  foundations  first  were  laid, 
Come,  visit  every  pious  mind  ; 
Come,  pour  Thy  joys  on  human  kind. 

2.  Thrice  holy  Fount !  thrice  holy  Fire ! 
Our  hearts  with  filial  love  inspire ; 
Come,  and  Thy  secret  unction  bring, 
To  sanctify  us  while  we  sing. 

3.  'Chase  from  our  minds  the  infernal  foe, 
And  peace,  the  fruit  of  love,  bestow ; 
And  lest  our  feet  should  step  astray, 
Protect  and  guide  us  in  our  way. 

210 


IX  VOCATION. 


4.  Make  us  eternal  truths  receive, 
And  practise  all  that  we  believe; 
Give  us  Thyself,  that  we  may  see 
The  Father  and  the  Son  by  Thee. 


286.  C.  M.  Watts, 

Peayixg  ix  TnE  Holy  Gitost.  —  Jude  20. 

1.  Come.  Holy  Spirit,  heavenly  Dove, 

With  all  Thy  quickening  powers, 
Kindle  a  name  of  sacred  love 
In  these  cold  hearts  of  ours. 

2.  Look,  how  we  grovel  here  below, 

Fond  of  these  trifling  toys ! 
Oar  souls  can  neither  iiy  nor  go 
To  reach  eternal  joys. 

3.  In  vain  we  tune  our  formal  songs, 

In  vain  we  strive  to  rise  ; 
Hosannas  languish  on  our  tongues, 
And  our  devotion  dies. 

4.  Dear  Lord,  and  shall  we  ever  live 

At  this  poor  dying  rate  ? 
Our  love  so  faint,  so  cold  to  Thee, 
And  Thine  to  us  so  great  ? 

5.  Come,  Holy  Spirit,  heavenly  Dove, 

With  all  Thy  quickening  powers ; 
Come,  shed  abroad  a  Saviour's  love, 
And  that  shall  kindle  ours. 
211 


THE    HOLT    SPIRIT. 

287.  7s.  Reed. 

TnitOUOII    SANCTIFICATION   OF   THE    SPIRIT.  —  1  Vet  1  :  2. 

1.  Holy  Ghost,  with  light  divine, 
Shine  upon  this  heart  of  mine ; 
Chase  the  shades  of  night  away  ; 
Turn  the  darkness  into  day. 

2.  Holy  Ghost,  with  power  divine, 
Cleanse  this  guilty  heart  of  mine ; 
Long  has  sin,  without  control, 
Held  dominion  o'er  my  soul. 

3.  Holy  Ghost,  with  joy  divine, 
Cheer  this  saddened  heart  of  mine  ; 
Bid  my  many  woes  depart ; 

Heal  my  wounded,  bleeding  heart. 

4.  Holy  Spirit,  all  divine, 

Dwell  within  this  heart  of  mine  ; 
Cast  down  every  idol  throne ; 
Reign  supreme,  and  reign  alone. 

288.  L.  M.  Rippox's  Coll. 

He  shall  come  down  like  rain  upon  the  mo\t>-  grass.  —  PSc  72  :  C. 

1.  As,  in  soft  silence,  vernal  showers 
Descend,  and  cheer  the  fainting  flowers, 
So,  in  the  secrecy  of  love, 

Falls  the  sweet  influence  from  above. 

2.  That  heavenly  influence  let  me  find 
In  holy  silence  of  the  mind, 

While  every  grace  maintains  its  bloom, 
Diffusing  wide  its  rich  perfume. 

3.  Nor  let  these  blessings  be  confined 
To  me,  but  poured  on  all  mankind ; 
Till  earth's  wild  wastes  in  verdure  rise, 
And  a  young  Eden  bless  our  eyes. 

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289.  C.  M.  Watts. 

Ye  weee  sealed  vrnn  that  Holy  Spip.it  of  promise.  — Eph.  1  :  13. 

1.  Why  should  the  children  of  a  King 

Go  mourning  all  their  days  ? 
Great  Comforter,  descend  and  bring 
Some  tokens  of  Thy  grace. 

2.  Dost  Thou  not  dwell  in  all  the  saints, 

And  seal  the  heirs  of  heaven  ? 
"When  wilt  Thou  banish  my  complaints, 
And  show  my  sins  forgiven  ? 

3.  Assure  my  conscience  of  her  part 

In  the  Redeemer's  blood ; 
And  bear  Thy  witness  with  my  heart, 
That  I  am  born  of  God. 

4.  Thou  art  the  earnest  of  His  love, 

The  pledge  of  joys  to  come ; 
And  Thy  soft  wings,  celestial  Dove, 
Will  safe  convey  me  home. 

290.  7s.  Stocker. 

He  will  guide  you  into  all  teuth.  —  JohnlG  :  13. 

1.  Gracious  Spirit !  Love  divine  ! 
Let  Thy  light  within  me  shine  ; 
All  my  guilty  fears  remove ; 
Fill  me  with  Thy  heavenly  love. 

2.  Speak  Thy  pardoning  grace  to  me  ; 
Set  the  burdened  sinner  free ; 
Lead  me  to  the  Lamb  of  God  ; 
Wash  me  in  His  precious  blood. 

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3.  Life  and  peace  to  me  impart ; 
Seal  salvation  on  my  heart ; 
Dwell  Thyself  within  my  breast, 
Earnest  of  immortal  rest. 

4.  Let  me  never  from  Thee  stray ; 
Keep  me  in  the  narrow  way ; 
Fill  my  soul  with  joy  divine  ; 
Keep  me,  Lord,  forever  Thine. 


291-  L.  31.  Beddome. 

The  a>'OI>"ti>'g  vnncu  ye  iiave  p.eceived  of  Him  abideth  is  you. 

1  John  -2  :  17. 

1.  Come,  blessed  Spirit,  Source  of  light, 

Whose  power  and  grace  are  unconfined, 
Dispel  the  gloomy  shades  of  night, 
The  thicker  darkness  of  the  mind. 

2.  To  mine  illumined  eyes  display 

The  glorious  truth  Thy  word  reveals  ; 
Cause  me  to  run  the  heavenly  way ; 
The  book  unfold,  unloose  the  seals. 

3.  Thine  inward  teachings  make  me  know, 

The  mysteries  of  redeeming  love, 
The  emptiness  of  things  below, 
The  excellence  of  things  above. 

4.  TThile  through  this  dubious  maze  I  stray, 

Spread,  like  the  sun,  Thy  beams  abroad, 
To  show  the  dangers  of  the  way. 
And  guide  my  feeble  steps  to  God. 
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292.  L.  M.  Steele. 

That  IIe  mat  abide  with  you  foeevee.—  Jolin  1-i  j  10. 

1.  Dear  Lord,  and  shall  Thy  Spirit  rest 

In  such  a  wretched  heart  as  mine  ? 

Unworthy  dwelling  !  glorious  Guest ! 
Favor  astonishing !  divine ! 

2.  AVhen  sin  prevails,  and  gloomy  fear, 

And  hope  almost  expires  in  night, 
Lord,  can  Thy  Spirit  then  be  here, 

Great  Spring  of  comfort,  life,  and  light  ? 

3.  Sure  the  blest  Comforter  is  nigh ; 

'Tis  He  sustains  my  fainting  heart ; 
Else  would  my  hopes  forever  die, 
And  every  cheering  ray  depart. 

i.  And,  when  my  cheerful  hope  can  say, 
I  love  my  God,  and  taste  His  grace, 
Lord,  is  it  not  Thy  blissful  ray 

Which  brings  this  dawn  of  sacred  peace  ? 

5.  Let  Thy  kind  Spirit  in  my  heart 
Forever  dwell,  O  God  of  love, 
And  light  and  heavenly  peace  impart, 
Sweet  earnest  of  the  joys  above. 


293.  S.  M.  Beddome. 

It  is  God  tthich  m-oeketh  i>-  you  botii  to  will  and  to  do. —Phil.  2 :  13. 

1.  Tis  God,  the  Spirit,  leads 
In  paths  before  unknown  ; 
The  work  to  be  performed  is  ours, 
The  strength  is  all  His  own. 
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2.  Assisted  by  His  grace, 

We  still  pursue  our  way, 
And  hope,  at  last,  to  reach  the  prize, 
Secure  in  endless  day. 

3.  Tis  He  that  works  to  will, 

'Tis  He  that  works  to  do  ; 
His  is  the  power  by  which  we  act ; 
His  be  the  glory,  too. 

294.  L.    M.  TOPLADY. 

Call  te  urox  Him  while  He  is  xeak.-  Is.  55  :G. 

1.  At  anchor  laid,  remote  from  home, 
Toiling,  I  cry,  "  Sweet  Spirit,  come  ; 
Celestial  Breeze,  no  longer  stay, 

But  swell  my  sails,  and  speed  my  way. 

2.  "  Fain  would  I  mount,  fain  would  I  glow, 
And  loose  my  cable  from  below ; 

But  I  can  only  spread  my  sail ; 

Thou,  Thou  must  breathe  the  auspicious  gale." 

295.  S.  M.  Beddome. 

It  is  tiie  Spirit  that  quickeneth.  —  John  6:  Go. 

1.  Come,  Holy  Spirit,  come, 

With  energy  divine, 
And  on  this  poor,  benighted  soul 
With  beams  of  mercy  shine. 

2.  Melt,  melt  this  frozen  heart ; 

This  stubborn  will  subdue  ; 
Each  evil  passion  overcome, 
And  form  me  all  anew. 
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3.  Mine  will  the  profit  be, 

But  Thine  shall  be  the  praise  ; 
And  unto  Thee  I  will  devpte 

The  remnant  of  my  days. 

DOXOLOGY. 

To  God  the  only  wise, 

Our  Saviour  and  our  King, 
Let  all  who  dwell  below  the  skies 

Their  grateful  praises  sing. 

296.  L.  M.  Browne! 

AS   HAST  AS   ARE   LED  BY  THE    SPIRIT   OF   GOD,   THEY  ARE    TITE   SOYS    OF 

God.  —  Rom.  B  :  14. 

1.  Come,  gracious  Spirit,  heavenly  Dove, 
With  light  and  comfort  from  above  : 

Be  Thou  our  guardian.  Thou  our  guide ; 
O'er  every  thought  and  step  preside. 

2.  The  light  of  truth  to  us  display. 

And  make  us  know  and  choose  Thy  way  ; 
Plant  holy  fear  in  every  heart. 
That  we  from  God  may  ne'er  depart. 

3.  Lead  us  to  holiness  —  the  road 

That  we  must  take  to  dwell  with  God  ; 
Lead  us  to  Christ  — the  living  Way, 
Nor  let  us  from  His  pastures  stray. 

297.  C.  M.  Montgomery. 

By  my  Spirit,  saitfi  the  Lord  of  Hosts.  —  Zech.  4:  6. 

1.  Spirit  of  power  and  might,  behold 
A  world  by  sin  destroyed  : 
Creator  Spirit,  as  of  old. 
Move  on  the  formless  void. 
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2.  Give  Thou  the  word  ;  that  healing  sound 

Shall  quell  the  d<-adiv  strife  ; 
And  earth  again,  like  Eden  crowned, 
Produce  the  tree  of  life. 

3.  If  sang  the  morning  stars  for  joy, 

When  nature  rose  to  view, 
What  strains  shall  angel  harps  employ, 
When  Thou  shalt  all  renew  ! 

4.  And  if  the  sons  of  God  rejoice 

To  hear  a  Saviour's  name, 
How  will  the  ransomed  raise  their  voice, 
To  whom  that  Saviour  came  ! 

5.  So  every  kindred,  tongue,  and  tribe, 

Assembling  round  the  throne, 
Thy  new  creation  shall  ascribe 
To  sovereign  love  alone. 


298.  S.  M.     Cleland's  Hymxs. 

A  still  small  VOICE.  —  1  Kings  19  :  12. 

1.  Blest  Comforter  divine, 

Let  rays  of  heavenly  love 
Amid  our  gloom  and  darkness  shine, 
To  guide  our  souls  above. 

2.  Draw,  with  Thy  still  small  voice, 

From  every  sinful  way, 
And  bid  the  mourning  saint  rejoice, 
Though  earthly  joys  decay. 

3.  By  Thine  inspiring  breath, 

Make  every  cloud  of  care, 
And  e'en  the  gloomy  vale  of  death, 
A  smile  of  glory  wear. 
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299.  L.  M.  Watts. 

He  siiall  teach  you  all  things. —  John  14:  26. 

1.  Eternal  Spirit,  we  confess 

And  sing  the  wonders  of  Thy  grace  ; 
Thy  power  conveys  our  blessings  down 
From  God  the  Father  and  the  Son. 

2.  Enlightened  by  Thy  heavenly  ray, 
Our  shades  and  darkness  turn  to  day ; 
Thine  inward  teachings  make  us  know ; 
Our  danger,  and  our  refuge  too. 

3.  Thy  power  and  glory  work  within, 
And  break  the  chains  of  reigning  sin, 
Do  our  imperious  lusts  subdue, 
And  form  our  wretched  hearts  anew. 

4.  The  troubled  conscience  knows  Thy  voice  ; 
Thy  cheering  words  awake  our  joys  ; 
Thy  words  allay  the  stormy  wind, 

And  calm  the  surges  of  the  mind. 

300.  8s  &  7s.  Toplady. 

The  fruit  of  the  Spirit  is  love,  joy,  etc.  — Gal.  5:  22. 

1.  Holy  Ghost,  dispel  our  sadness  ; 

Pierce  the  clouds  of  sinful  night ; 
Come,  thou  Source  of  sweetest  gladness, 
Breathe  Thy  life  and  spread  Thy  light. 

2.  Author  of  our  new  creation, 

Bid  us  all  Thine  influence  prove ; 
Make  our  souls  Thy  habitation  ; 
Shed  abroad  the  Saviour's  love. 
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301.  L.  M.  C.  Wesley. 

Mr  Spieit  sn.\LL  xot  always  steiye.  —  Gen.  6:  3. 

1.  Stay,  Thou  insulted  Spirit,  stay. 

Though  I  have  done  Thee  such  despite  ; 
Nor  cast  the  sinner  quite  away, 
Nor  take  Thine  everlasting  flight. 

2.  Though  I  have  most  unfaithful  been 

Of  all  who  e'er  Thy  grace  received,  — 
Ten  thousand  times  Thy  goodness  seen, 

Ten  thousand  times  Thy  goodness  grieved,  — 

3.  Yet,  O,  the  chief  of  sinners  spare, 

In  honor  of  my  great  High  Priest ; 
Nor,  in  Thy  righteous  anger,  swear 
To  exclude  me  from  Thy  people's  rest. 

4.  Now,  Lord,  my  weary  soul  release  ; 

Upraise  me  with  Thy  gracious  hand ; 
And  guide  me  into  perfect  peace, 
And  bring  me  to  the  promised  land. 

302.  L.  M.  Watts. 

God  hath  eevealed  them  r>*xo  us  by  His  Spirit.  — 1  Cor.  2: 10. 

1.  Descend  from  heaven,  immortal. Dove; 

Stoop  down  and  take  us  on  Thy  wings ; 
And  mount,  and  bear  us  far  above 
The  reach  of  these  inferior  things  ; 

2.  Beyond,  beyond  this  lower  sky, 

tip  where  eternal  ages  roll, 
"Where  solid  pleasures  never  die, 
And  fruits  immortal  feast  the  soul. 
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ADORATION    AND    PRAISE. 

3.  O,  for  a  sight,  a  pleasing  Bight, 

Of  our  almighty  Father's  throne  ! 

There  .-its  our  Saviour  crowned  with  light, 
Clothed  in  a  body  like  our  own. 

4.  Adoring  saints  around  Him  stand, 

And  thrones  and  powers  before  Him  fall : 
The  God  shines  gracious  through  the  man, 
And  sheds  sweet  glories  on  them  all. 

5.  O,  what  amazing  joys  they  feel, 

While  to  their  golden  harps  they  sing, 
And  sit  on  every  heavenly  hill. 

And  spread  the  triumphs  of  their  King  ! 

G.  "When  shall  the  day.  dear  Lord,  appear, 
That  I  shall  mount,  to  dwell  above, 
And  stand  and  bow  among  them  there, 
And  view  Thy  face,  and  sing,  and  love  ? 


THE    TRINITY.  — ADORATION    AND 
PRAISE. 

303.  L.  M.  Watts. 

God  the  Father,  through  saxctificatio>-  of  the  Spirit. —1  Pet.  1:  2. 

1.  Blessed  be  the  Father  and  His  love, 

To  whose  celestial  source  we  owe 
Rivers  of  endless  joy  above, 

And  rills  of  comfort  here  below. 

2.  Glory  to  Thee,  great  Son  of  God, 

From  whose  clear  wounded  body  rolls 
A  precious  stream  of  vital  blood. 
Pardon  and  life  for  dying  souls. 
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o.  We  give  Thee,  sacred  Spirit,  praise, 
Who  in  our  hearts  of  -in  and  woe 

Mak'st  living  springs  of  grace  arise, 
And  into  boundless  glory  flow. 

4.  Tims  God  the  Father,  God  the  Son, 
And  God  the  Spirit,  we  adore, 
That  sea  of  life  and  love  unknown, 
Without  a  bottom  or  a  shore. 

304.  C.  M.  C.  Wesley. 

These  Three  are  One.  —  1  John  5  :  7. 

1.  Hail  1  holy,  holy,  holy  Lord, 

Whom  One  in  Three  we  know 
By  all  Thy  heavenly  host  adored. 
By  all  Thy  church  below. 

2.  One  undivided  Trinity 

With  triumph  we  proclaim  ; 
Thy  universe  is  full  of  Thee, 
And  speaks  Thy  glorious  name. 

3.  Thee,  holy  Father,  we  confess  ; 

Thee,  holy  Son,  adore  ; 
And  Thee,  the  Holy  Ghost,  we  bless, 
And  worship  evermore. 

4.  Hail !  holy,  holy,  holy  Lord, 

Our  heavenly  song  shall  be  ; 
Supreme,  essential  One,  adored 
In  co-eternal  Three. 

305,  te,  8s,  &  4s.  Oliver. 

These  are  TnREE  that  bear  record  nr  heaven.  — 1  John  5  :  7. 

1.  The  God  who  reigns  on  high 
The  great  archangels  sing, 
And  "  Holy,  holy,  holy  "  cry, 
Almighty  King ; 

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Who  was  and  is  the  same, 

And  evermore  shall  be  : 
Jehovah,  Father,  Great  I  Am, 
We  worship  Thee. 

2.  The  whole  triumphant  host 

Give  thanks  to  God  on  high  : 
Hail,  Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost, 

They  ever  cry. 
Hail,  Abraham's  God  and  mine  ; 

I  join  the  heavenly  lays  : 
All  might  and  majesty  are  Thine, 
And  endless  praise. 

306.  H.  M.  Watts. 

In*  the  >*ame  of  tiie  Father,  and  of  tue  Sox,  and  of  the  Holy  Ghost. 

Matt.  88 :  1% 

1.  I  give  immortal  praise 

To  God  the  Father's  love 
For  all  my  comforts  here, 
And  better  hopes  above  : 


He  sent  His  own 
Eternal  Son 


To  die  for  sins 
That  man  had  done. 


To  God  the  Son  belongs 

Immortal  glory  too  ; 
Who  bought  us  with  His  blood 

From  everlasting  woe  ; 


And  now  He  lives, 
And  now  He  reigns, 


And  sees  the  fruit 
Of  all  His  pains. 


To  God  the  Spirit's  name 
Immortal  worship  give, 

Whose  new-creating  power 
Makes  the  dead  sinner  live  ; 


His  work  completes 
The  great  design 


And  fills  the  soul 
With  joy  divine. 
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4.  Almighty  God,  to  Thee 

Vn>  endless  honors  done; 
The  undivided  Three, 
And  the  mysterious  One. 


'Where  reason  fails, 
With  all  her  powers, 


There  faith  prevails, 
And  love  adores. 


307.  8s.  Hart. 

Ouk  God  forever  axd  ever.  —  Ps.  4S  :  14. 

1.  This  God  is  the  God  we  adore, 

Our  faithful,  unchangeable  Friend, 
Whose  love  is  as  large  as  His  power, 
And  neither  knows  measure  nor  end. 

2.  'Tis  Jesus,  the  First  and  the  Last, 

Whose  Spirit  shall  guide  us  safe  home ; 
We'll  praise  Him  for  all  that  is  past, 
And  trust  Him  for  all  that's  to  come. 

308.  Gs  &  4s.      Madan's  Coll. 

The  Father,  the  Word,  axd  the  noLY  Ghost. —  1  John  5  :  7. 

1.  Come,  Thou  almighty  King, 
Help  us  Thy  name  to  sing, 

Help  us  to  praise  ; 
Father  all  glorious, 
O'er  all  victorious, 
Come  and  reign  over  us, 

Ancient  of  days. 

2.  Jesus,  our  Lord,  arise, 
Scatter  our  enemies, 

And  make  them  fall ; 
Let  Thine  almighty  aid 
Our  sure  defence  be  made  ; 
Our  souls  on  Thee  be  stayed ; 

Lord,  hear  our  call. 
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3.  Come,  Thou  incarnate  Word, 
Gird  on  Thy  mighty  sword  ; 

Our  prayer  attend  ; 
Come,  and  Thy  people  bless, 

And  give  Thy  word  success  ; 
Spirit  of  holiness, 
On  us  descend. 

L  Come,  holy  Comforter, 
Thy  sacred  witness  bear, 

In  this  glad  hour. 
Thou,  who  almighty  art, 
Now  rule  in  every  heart, 
And  ne'er  from  us  depart, 
Spirit  of  power. 

5.  To  the  great  One  in  Three, 
The  highest  praises  be, 

Hence  evermore  ; 
His  sovereign  majesty 

May  we  in  glory  see, 
And  to  eternity 
Love  and  adore. 


HOLY  SCRIPTURES.  — INSPIRATION, 
EXCELLENCE,  -ETC. 

309.  L.  M.  Watts. 

Holy  hex  of  God  spake  as  they  tteee  moved  by  the  Holy  Guost. 

a  Pet.  1  :  '21. 

1.  'Twas  by  an  order  from  the  Lord 
The  ancient  prophets  spoke  His  word; 
His  Spirit  did  their  tongues  inspire. 
And  warmed  their  hearts  with  heavenly  fire. 
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2.  The  works  and  wonders  which  they  wrought 
Confirmed  the  messages  they  brought ; 

The  prophet's  pen  succeeds  his  breath, 
To  save  the  holy  words  from  death. 

3.  Great  God,  mine  eyes  with  pleasure  look 
On  the  dear  volume  of  Thy  book ; 
There  my  Redeemer's  face  I  see, 

And  read  His  name  who  died  for  me. 

4.  Let  the  false  raptures  of  the  mind 
Be  lost,  and  vanish  in  the  wind ; 
Here  I  can  fix  my  hope  secure  ; 
This  is  Thy  word,  and  must  endure. 

310.  C.  M.  Cowper. 

The  light  of  the  glorious  gospel  of  Christ.  — 2  Cor.  4  :  4. 

1.  The  Spirit  breathes  upon  the  word, 

And  brings  the  truth  to  sight ; 
Precepts  and  promises  afford 
A  sanctifying  light. 

2.  A  glory  gilds  the  sacred  page, 

Majestic,  like  the  sun, 
It  gives  a  light  to  every  age ; 
It  gives,  but  borrows  none. 

3.  The  hand  that  gave  it  still  supplies 

The  gracious  light  and  heat ; 
His  truths  upon  the  nations  rise ; 
They  rise,  but  never  set. 

4.  Let  everlasting  thanks  be  Thine 

For  such  a  bright  display 
As  makes  a  world  of  darkness  shine 
With  beams  of  heavenly  day. 
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5.  My  soul  rejoices  to  pursue 
The  stops  of  Him  I  love, 
Till  glory  break  upon  my  view, 
Iu  brighter  worlds  above. 


311.  C.  M.  Fawcett. 

All  ScrarxuEE  is  given"  by  inspiration-  of  God.  — 2  Tim.  3  :  1G. 

1.  How  precious  is  the  book  divine, 

By  inspiration  given ! 
Bright  as  a  lamp  its  doctrines  shine, 
To  guide  our  souls  to  heaven. 

2.  It  sweetly  cheers  our  drooping  hearts, 

In  this  dark  vale  of  tears ; 
Life,  light,  and  joy  it  still  imparts, 
And  quells  our  rising  fears. 

3.  This  lamp,  through  all  the  tedious  night 

Of  life  shall  guide  our  way. 
Till  we  behold  the  clearer  light 
Of  an  eternal  day. 

312.  S.  M.  Watts. 

The  law  of  the  Lord  is  feefect.  — Ps.  19  :  7. 

1.  Behold,  the  morning  sun 

Begins  his  glorious  way : 
His  beams  through  all  the  nations  run, 
And  life  and  light  convey. 

2.  But  where  the  gospel  comes. 

It  spreads  diviner  light ; 
It  calls  dead  sinners  from  their  tombs, 
And  gives  the  blind  their  sight. 
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3.  How  perfect  is  Thy  word, 

And  all  Thy  judgments  just ! 
Forever  sure  Thy  promise,  Lord, 
And  men  securely  trust 

4.  My  gracious  God,  how  plain 

Are  Thy  directions  given ! 
O,  may  I  never  read  in  vain, 
But  find  the  path  to  heaven. 


313.  L.  M.  Watts. 

EXLIGIITEXIXG  THE  eyes.  — Ps.  19:  S. 

1.  The  heavens  declare  Thy  glory,  Lord; 

In  every  star  Thy  wisdom  shines ; 
But  when  our  eyes  behold  Thy  word, 
We  read  Thy  name  in  fairer  lines. 

2.  The  rolling  sun,  the  changing  light, 

And  nights  and  days,  Thy  power  confess : 
But  the  blest  volume  Thou  hast  writ 
Reveals  Thy  justice  and  Thy  grace. 

3.  Sun,  moon,  and  stars  convey  Thy  praise 

Round  the  whole  earth,  and  never  stand ; 
So  when  Thy  truth  began  its  race, 
It  touched  and  glanced  on  every  land. 

4.  Xor  shall  Thy  spreading  gospel  rest, 

Till  through  the  world  Thy  truth  has  run ; 
Till  Christ  lias  all  the  nations  blessed, 
That  see  the  light  or  feel  the  sun. 

5.  Great  Sun  of  Righteousness,  arise ; 

Bless  the  dark  world  with  heavenly  light ; 
Thy  gospel  makes  the  simple  wise ; 

Thy  laws  are  pure,  Thy  judgments  right. 
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6.  Thy  noblest  wonders  here  we  view 

In  souls  renewed  and  sins  forgiven; 
Lord,  cleanse  my  sins,  my  soul  renew. 

And  make  Thy  word  my  guide  to  heaven. 


314.  L.  P.  M.  Watts. 

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Moke  to  be  desieed  aee  they  tha>-  gold.  — Ps.  19  :  10. 

1.  I  love  the  volumes  of  Thy  word: 
What  light  and  joy  those  leaves  afford 

To  souls  benighted  and  distressed ! 
Thy  precepts  guide  my  doubtful  way ; 
Thy  fear  forbids  my  feet  to  stray ; 

Thy  promise  leads  my  heart  to  rest. 

2.  From  the  discoveries  of  Thy  law 
The  perfect  rules  of  life  I  draw ; 

These  are  my  study  and  delight ; 
Not  honey  so  invites  the  taste. 
Nor  gold  that  has  the  furnace  passed. 

Appears  so  pleasing  to  the  sight. 

3.  Thy  threatening?  wake  my  slumbering  eyes, 
And  warn  me  where  my  danger  lies ; 

But  'tis  Thy  blessed  gospel.  Lord. 
That  makes  my  guilty  conscience  clean, 
Converts  my  soul,  subdues  my  sin. 

And  gives  a  free  but  large  reward. 

4.  Who  knows  the  errors  of  his  thoughts  ? 
My  God.  forgive  my  secret  faults. 

And  from  presumptuous  sins  restrain ; 
Accept  my  poor  attempts  of  praise. 
That  I  have  read  Thy  book  of  grace 

And  book  of  nature  not  in  vain. 
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315.  C.  M.  Steele. 

I   HAVE    REJOICED    IX   THE   WAY   OF    TlIV    TESTIMONIES.  —  Fs.  110  :  14. 

1.  Father  of  merries,  in  Thv  word 

What  endless  glory  shines  ! 
Forever  be  Thy  same  adored) 

For  these  celestial  lines. 

2.  Here  may  the  wretched  sons  of  want 

Exhaustless  riches  find; 
Riches  above  what  earth  can  grant, 
And  lasting  as  the  mind. 

3.  Here  the  Redeemer's  welcome  voice 

Spreads  heavenly  peace  around, 
And  life  and  everlasting  joys 
Attend  the  blissful  sound. 

4.  O,  may  these  heavenly  pages  be 

My  ever  dear  delight ; 
And  still  new  beauties  may  I  see, 
And  still  increasing  light. 

5.  Divine  Instructor,  gracious  Lord, 

Be  Thou  forever  near : 
Teach  me  to  love  Thy  sacred  word, 
And  view  my  Saviour  there. 

316.  S.  M.  Watts. 

The  statutes  of  tiie  Lord  are  right,  rejoicing  the  heart.  —  Ps.  19:  &• 

1.  Behold,  the  lofty  sky 

Declares  its  Maker,  ( Sod  ; 

And  all  His  starry  works  on  high 
Proclaim  His  power  abroad. 
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2.  The  darkness  and  the  light 

Still  keep  their  course  the  same. 

While  night  to  day.  and  day  to  night, 
Divinely  teaeh  His  name. 

3.  In  every  different  land 

Their  general  voice  is  known  : 
They  show  the  wonders  of  His  hand, 
And  orders  of  His  throne. 

4.  His  statutes  and  commands 

Arc  set  before  our  eyes  : 
He  puts  His  gospel  in  our  hands, 
Where  our  salvation  lies. 

5.  While  of  Thy  works  I  sing, 

Thy  glory  to  proclaim, 
Accept  the  praise,  my  God.  my  King, 
In  my  Redeemer's  name. 


317.  C.  M.  Watts. 

TnT   COMMAXUMEXT   IS   EXCEEDING   EEOAD.  —  Ps.  119  :  96. 

1.  Let  all  the  heathen  writers  join 

To  form  one  perfect  book ; 
Great  God,  if  once  compared  with  Thine, 
How  mean  their  writings  look ! 

2.  Xot  the  most  perfect  rules  they  gave 

Could  show  one  sin  forgiven. 

Nor  lead  a  step  beyond  the  grave ; 

But  Thine  conduct  to  heaven. 

3.  I've  seen  an  end  of  what  we  call 

Perfection  here  below; 
How  short  the  powers  of  nature  fail, 
And  can  no  farther  go. 
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4.  Yet  men  would  fain  be  just  with  God, 

By  work-  their  hands  have  wrought; 
But  Thy  commands,  exceeding  broad, 

Extend  to  every  thought. 

5.  Our  faith,  and  love,  and  every  grace, 

Fall  far  below  Thy  word ; 
But  perfect  truth  and  righteousness 
Dwell  only  with  the  Lord. 

DOXOLOGY. 

Honor  to  Thee,  almighty  Three, 

And  everlasting  One ; 
All  glory  to  the  Father  be, 

The  Spirit  and  the  Son. 

318.  C.  M.  Watts. 

O,  now  love  I  Thy  law!  — Ps.  119  :  97. 

1.  O,  how  I  love  Thy  holy  law  ! 

'Tis  daily  my  delight ; 
And  thence  my  meditations  draw 
Divine  advice  by  night. 

2.  My  waking  eyes  prevent  the  day 

To  meditate  Thy  word  ; 
My  soul  with  longing  melts  away 
To  hear  Thy  gospel,  Lord. 

3.  How  doth  Thy  word  my  heart  engage ! 

How  well  employ  my  tongue ! 
And  in  my  tiresome  pilgrimage 
Yields  me  a  heavenly  song. 

4.  TThen  nature  sinks,  and  spirits  droop, 

Thy  promise-  of  grace 
Are  pillars  to  support  my  hope, 
And  there  I  write  Thy  prais 
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319.  7* 

I  LOTE    TlIY   COMMANDMENTS   AEOYE    COLD.— 7 

1.  Holt  Bible,  book  divine, 

-  ire,  thou  art  mine ! 
Mine,  to  tell  me  wh  me; 

31:  eh  me  what  I  am  ; 

2.  Mine,  to  chide  me  when  I  rove ; 
Min   .  to  -how  a  Saviour's  love; 
Mine  art  thou,  to  guide  my  i 
Mine,  to  judge,  condemn,  acquit; 

3.  Mine,  to  comfort  in  distress, 
If  ;  ::  bless  ; 
Mine,  to  show,  by  living  faith, 

to  triunr  ath ; 

4.  Mine,  to  tell  of  joys  to  come, 

id  the  rebel  sinners  doom  : 
O,  thou  precious  book  divine. 
Precious  treasure,  thou  art  mine  ! 

320.  L.  M.  Grant. 

The  \toed  of  our. 

1.  The  starry  firmament  on  high. 
And  all  the  glories  of  the  sky. 

Yet  shine  not  to  Thy  praise,  0  Lord, 
So  brightly  as  Thy  written  word. 

2.  The  hope-  that  holy  word  supplies, 

Its  truths  divine  and  precepts  wise, 
In  each  a  heavenly  beam  I 
And  every  beam  conducts  to  Thee. 
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3.  Almighty  Lord,  the  sun  shall  fail, 
The  moon  forget  her  nightly  tale, 
And  deepest  silence  hush  on  high 
The  radiant  chorus  of  the  sky. 

4.  But  fixed  for  everlasting  years, 
Unmoved  amid  the  wreck  of  spheres, 
Thy  word  shall  shine  in  cloudless  day, 
When  heaven  and  earth  have  passed  away. 


321.  C.  M.  Watts. 

The  exiraxce  of  Thy  wokds  givetii  ligiit.  —  Ps.  119:  130. 

1.  How  shall  the  young  secure  their  hearts, 

And  guard  their  lives  from  sin  ? 
Thy  word  the  choicest  rules  imparts, 
To  keep  the  conscience  clean. 

2.  \Yhen  once  it  enters  to  the  mind, 

It  spreads  such  light  abroad. 
The  meanest  souls  instruction  find, 
And  raise  their  thoughts  to  God. 

3.  'Tis  like  the  sun,  a  heavenly  light, 

That  guides  us  all  the  day ; 
And  through  the  dangers  of  the  night, 
A  lamp  to  lead  our  way. 

4.  Thy  word  is  everlasting  truth ; 

How  pure  is  every  page  ! 
That  holy  book  shall  guide  our  youth, 
And  well  support  our  age. 
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322.  C.  M.  Watts. 

A  HERITAGE    FOI'.EVEK.-  P>.  110  :  111. 

1.  Lord,  I  have  made  Thy  word  my  choice, 

3iy  lasting  heritage ; 

There  shall  my  noblest  powers  rejoice, 
My  warmest  thoughts  engage. 

2.  I'll  read  the  historic-  of  Thy  love, 

And  keep  Thy  laws  in  sight, 
While  through  the  promises  I  rove, 
With  ever  fresh  delight. 

3.  'Tis  a  broad  land,  of  wealth  unknown, 

Where  springs  of  life  arise. 
Seeds  of  immortal  bliss  are  sown, 
And  hidden  glory  lies. 

4.  The  best  relief  that  mourners  have, 

It  makes  our  sorrows  blessed : 
Our  fairest  hope  beyond  the  grave, 
And  our  eternal  rest. 

323.  4s  £  7s.  Gellert. 

The  faithful  wof.p.  — Tit.  1 :  9. 

1.  I  trust  the  Lord  ; 
Upon  His  word 

I  rest  my  soul's  well-being ; 

My  walk  with  Thee, 

Lord,  here  must  be 
By  faith,  and  not  by  seeing. 

2.  The  only  scheme 
Man  to  redeem 

From  death,  sin's  fearful  wages, 
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Would  lie  concealed, 
But  as  revealed 
In  these,  Thy  sacred  pag 

3.  And  now  shall  grief 
Hope  no  relief. 

My  soul  sink  down  despairing? 

No  ;  here  1  see 

Thy  grace  for  me 
A  Father's  love  declaring. 

4.  By  faith  to  live, 

Its  fruits  to  give. 
This  is  the  path  to  heaven ; 

All  strength  and  skill 

To  do  Thy  will 
But  through  Thy  word  are  given. 

5.  Teach  me,  O  Lord. 
To  prize  Thy  word. 

This  gift  of  matchless  favor ; 

Be  it  my  health, 

Be  it  my  wealth. 
My  strength  and  life  forever. 


324.  C.  M.  TTatts. 

TlIY  "VrORD  WAS   TXTO  ME  THE  JOY  A>'D  EEJOICIXG  OF   MIKE    ITEART. 

Jer.  15  :  10. 

1.  Lad  ex  with  guilt,  and  full  of  fears, 

I  fly  to  Thee,  my  Lord  ; 
And  not  a  glimpse  of  hope  appears 
But  in  Thy  written  word. 

2.  The  volume  of  my  Father's  grace 

Does  all  my  grief  assuage  : 
Here  I  behold  my  Saviour's  face 
Almost  in  every  page. 
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3.  This  is  the  field  whore  hidden  lies 

The  pearl  of  price  unknown  ; 
That  merchant  is  divinely  wise 
Who  makes  the  pearl  his  own. 

4.  Here  consecrated  water  flow-. 

To  quench  my  thirst  of  sin  : 
Here  the  fair  tree  of  knowledge  grows, 
£sor  danger  dwells  therein. 

5.  This  is  the  judge  that  ends  the  strife, 

Where  wit  and  reason  fail ; 
My  guide  to  everlasting  life. 
Through  all  this  gloomy  vale. 

G.  0,  may  Thy  counsels,  mighty  God, 
My  roving  feet  command, 
Nor  I  forsake  the  happy  road 
That  leads  to  Thy  right  hand. 


325.  C.  M.  Evax.  Mag. 

O,   SEXD  OTT   TnY  LIGHT  AND   THY  TRUTH.  —  Ps.  43  :  3. 

1.  Hail,  sacred  truth,  whose  piercing  rays 

Dispel  the  shades  of  night, 

Diffusing  o'er  the  mental  world 

The  healing  beams  of  light. 

2.  Thy  word,  0  Lord,  with  friendly  aid 

Restores  our  wandering  feet : 
Converts  the  sorrows  of  the  mind 
To  joys  divinely  sweet. 

3.  0,  send  Thy  light  and  truth  abroad 

In  all  their  radiant  blaze. 
And  bid  the  admiring  world  adore 
The  glories  of  Thy  grace. 

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326.  L.    M.  BOAVIUXG. 

It  shall  pkostli:.  —  Is.  jtf  :  11. 

1.  Upon  the  gospel's  sacred  page 

The  gathered  beams  of  ages  shine ; 
And,  as  it  hastens,  every  age 

But  makes  its  brightness  more  divine. 

2.  On  mightier  wing,  in  loftier  flight, 

From  year  to  year  does  knowledge  soar  ; 
And,  as  it  soars,  the  gospel  light 

Adds  to  its  influence  more  and  more. 

8.  More  glorious  still  as  centuries  roll, 

New  regions  blessed,  new  powers  unfurled, 
Expanding  with  the  expanding  soul, 
Its  waters  shall  o'erflow  the  world ; 

4.  Flow  to  restore,  but  not  destroy ; 

As  when  the  cloudless  lamp  of  day 
Pours  out  its  floods  of  light  and  joy, 
And  sweeps  each  lingering  mist  away. 

327.  8s,  &  6s.        Montgomery. 

TlIOU   SHALT  GUIDE  ME   WITH   TlIY  COUNSEL.  —  Ps.  73  :  24. 

1.  What  is  the  world?     A  wildering  maze. 
Where  sin  hath  tracked  ten  thousand  ways 

Her  victims  to  insnare  ; 
All  broad,  and  winding,  and  aslope, 
All  tempting  with  perfidious  hope, 

All  ending  in  despair. 

2.  Millions  of  pilgrims  throng  these  roads, 
Bearing  their  bawbles  or  their  loads 

Down  to  eternal  night ; 
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One  only  path,  that  never  bends, 
Narrow,  and  rough,  and  steep,  ascends 
From  darkness  into  light. 

Is  there  no  guide  to  .-how  that  path  ? 
The  Bible  !      He  alone  who  hath 

The  Bible  need  not  stray  ; 
But  he  who  hath,  and  will  not  give 
That  light  of  life  to  all  that  live. 

Himself  shall  lose  the  way. 


328.  L.  31.  Doddridge. 

EVEKY   THING  SHALL  LTVE   THITHER   THE   EIVEE  COMETH.  —  Ezek.  47  :  9. 

1.  Great  Source  ot^  being  and  of  love. 

Thou  waterest  all  the  worlds  above ; 
And  all  the  joys  we  mortals  know 
From  Thine  exhaustless  fountain  flow. 

2.  A  sacred  spring,  at  Thy  command. 
From  Zion's  mount,  in  Canaan's  land. 
Beside  Thy  temple  cleaves  the  ground, 
And  pours  its  limpid  stream  around. 

3.  The  limpid  stream,  with  sudden  force, 
Swells  to  a  river  in  its  course  : 
Through  desert  realms  its  windings  play. 
And  scatter  blessings  all  the  way. 

4.  Close  by  its  banks,  in  order  fair. 
The  blooming  trees  of  life  appear ; 
Their  blossoms  fragrant  odors  give, 
And  on  their  fruit  the  nations  live. 

o.  Flow,  wondrous  stream,  with  glory  crowned, 
Flow  on,  to  earth's  remotest  bound. 
And  bear  us.  on  thy  gentle  wave. 
To  Him  who  all  thy  virtues  gave. 

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PUBLIC   WORSHIP;   OPENING.  — THE 
SABBATH   AND   SANCTUARY. 

329.  S.  M.  Watts. 

The  SABBATn  was  made  foe  max.  —  Mark  2  :  27. 

1.  Welcome,  sweet  day  of  rest, 

That  saw  the  Lord  arise, 
Welcome  to  this  reviving  breast 
And  these  rejoicing  eyes. 

2.  The  King  Himself  comes  near, 

And  feasts  His  saints  to-day ; 
Here  Ave  may  sit,  and  see  Him  here, 
And  love,  and  praise,  and  pray. 

3.  One  day  amid  the  place 

Where  my  dear  God  hath  been 
Is  sweeter  than  ten  thousand  days 
Of  pleasurable  sin. 

4.  My  willing  soul  would  stay 

In  such  a  frame  as  this, 
And  sit  and  sing  herself  away 
To  everlasting  bliss. 

330.  L.  M.  Baebauld. 

The  sacrifices  of  God  are  a  broken  spirit.  —  Ps.  ol  :17. 

1.  When,  as  returns  this  solemn  day, 

Man  comes  to  meet  his  Maker,  God, 
What  rites,  what  honors  shall  he  pay  ? 
How  spread  His  sovereign  praise  abroad  ? 
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2.  From  marble  domes  and  gilded  spires 
Shall  curling  clouds  of  incense  rise, 
And  gems,  and  gold,  and  garland.-  deck 
The  costly  pomp  of  sacrific 

o.  Vain,  sinful  man.  creation's  Lord 

Thy  golden  offerings  well  may  spare  ; 
But  give  thy  heart,  and  thou  shalt  find 
Here  dwells  a  God  who  heareth  prayer. 


331.  L.  M.  J.  Stexxett. 

Tuet  shall  hallow  my  Sabbaths.  —  Ezck.  44  :  24. 

1.  Axotiieu  six  days'  work  is  done, 
Another  Sabbath  is  begun  ; 
Return,  my  soul,  unto  thy  rest, 
Revere  the  day  thy  God  has  blessed. 

2.  Come,  bless  the  Lord,  whose  love  assigns 
So  sweet  a  rest  to  wearied  minds, 
Provides  an  antepast  of  heaven, 

And  gives  tins  day  the  food  of  seven. 

o.  O,  that  my  thoughts  and  words  may  rise 
As  incense  to  propitious  skies, 
And  fetch  from  heaven  that  sweet  repose 
Which  none  but  he  that  feels  it  knows. 

4.  This  heavenly  calm  within  the  breast 
Is  the  dear  pledge  of  glorious  rest, 
Which  for  the  church  of  God  remains, 
The  end  of  cares,  the  end  of  pains. 

5.  With  joy,  great  God.  Thy  works  I  view, 
In  various  scenes,  both  old  and  new ; 
With  praise  I  think  on  mercies  past ; 
With  hope  I  future  pleasures  taste. 

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G.  In  holy  duties  let  the  day. 
In  holy  pleas  N  away  j 

Ho"  Sabbath  thus  to  spend 

In  hope  of  one  that  ne'er  shall  end ! 

332.  IT.  M.  IIayward. 

The  Loud  shall  bless  thee  oit  of  Zio.v.—  Vw.  128  i  5. 

1.  Welcome,  delightful  morn; 
Thou  day  of  sacred  rest, 
I  hail  thy  kind  return  : 

Lord,  make  these  moments  blessed : 


From  the  low  train 
Of  mortal  toys, 


1  soar  to  reach 
Immortal  joys. 


2.  Now  may  the  King  descend. 

And  rill  His  throne  of  grace ; 
Thy  sceptre.  Lord,  extend, 

While  -aims  address  Thy  face : 


Let  sinners  feel 
Thy  quickening  word. 


And  learn  to  know 
And  fear  the  Lord. 


Descend,  celestial  Dove, 

With  all  Thy  quickening  powers 
Display  the  Saviour's  love. 

And  bless  the  sacred  hours  : 


Then  shall  my  soul 

New  life  obtain. 


Nor  Sabbath  days 
Be  spent  in  vain. 


L.  M.  Cuxxixgham. 

The  Sabbath  a  delight.  —  Is.  58  i  11 


1.  Dear  is  the  hallowed  morn  to  me, 

When  village  bells  awake  the  day, 
And  by  their  sacred  minstn 

Call  me  from  earthly  cares  away. 
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2.  And  dear  to  nn  \  id  hoar 

Spent  in  Thy  hallowed  court-.  0  Lord; 
To  feel  devotion's  soothing  power, 

And  catch  the  manna  of  Thy  word. 

3.  And  dear  to  me  the  loud  Amen 

Which  echoes  through  the  blest  abode  ; 
Which  swells,  and  sinks  Us  again, 

Dies  on  the  wall-,  but  lives  to  God. 

4.  Oft  when  the  world,  with  iron  hand-. 

Has  bound  me  in  its  six-days'  drain, 
This  bursts  them,  like  the  strong  man's  bands, 
And  lets  my  spirit  loose  again. 

5.  Then  dear  to  me  the  Sabbath  morn. 

TiiL'  village  bells,  the  shepherd's  voice  ; 

have  found  my  heart  forlorn, 
And  always  bid  that  heart  rejoice. 

C.  Go,  man  of  pleasure,  strike  thy  lyre  ; 
Of  broken  Sabbaths  sing  the  charms ; 
Our-  arc  the  prophet's  car  of  fire 
Which  bears  us  to  a  Fathers  arms. 


334.  7s.  Newton. 

Thy  holy  Sabbath.  —  Xeh.  $  i  14. 

1.  Safely  through  another  week. 

God  has  brought  us  on  our  way ; 
Let  us  now  a  blessing  seek. 

Waiting  in  Hi-  court-  to-day : 
Day  of  all  the  week  the  best, 
Emblem  of  eternal  rest. 

2.  While  we  seek  supplies  of  grace 

Through  the  dear  Redeemer's  name, 
Show  Thy  reconciling  face. 
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Take  away  our  sin  and  shame ; 
From  our  worldly  cares  set  free, 
May  we  rest  this  day  in  Thee. 

3.  Here  we  come  Thy  name  to  praise ; 

Let  us  feel  Thy  presence  near ; 
May  Thy  glory  meet  our  eyes, 

"While  we  in  Thy  house  appear; 
Here  afford  us,  Lord,  a  taste 
Of  our  everlasting  feast. 

4.  MaV  the  gospel's  joyful  sound 

Conquer  sinners,  comfort  saints, 
Make  the  fruits  of  grace  abound, 

Bring  relief  from  all  complaints ; 
Thus  let  all  our  Sabbaths  prove, 
Till  we  join  the  church  above. 


335.  C.  M.  Watts. 

It  behooved  Cnnisx  to  suffer  axd  to  eise  from  the  dead  tiie 
tiiied  day.  —  Luke  2i:  4(3. 

1.  Blest  morning,  whose  young  dawning  rays 

Beheld  our  rising  God, 
That  saw  Him  triumph  o'er  the  dust, 
And  leave  His  last  abode ! 

2.  In  the  cold  prison  of  a  tomb 

The  great  Redeemer  lay. 
Till  the  revolving;  skies  had  brought 
The  third,  the  appointed  day. 

3.  Hell  and  the  grave  unite  their  force 

To  hold  our  God  in  vain  ; 
The  sleeping  Conqueror  arose, 
And  burst  their  feeble  chain. 
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To  Thy  great  name,  almighty  Lord, 

These  sacred  hours  we  pay; 
And  loud  hosannas  shall  proclaim 

The  triumph  of  the  day. 

Salvation  and  immortal  praise 

To  our  victorious  King ; 
Let  heaven  and  earth,  and  rocks  and  seas, 

With  glad  hosannas  ring. 


336.  L.  ML  Watts. 

To  snow  forth  Tnr  loving  kindness  nr  inz  morning.—  Fb.92:  2. 

1.  Sweet  is  the  work,  my  God.  my  King, 

To  praise  Thy  name,  give  thank-,  and  sing ; 
To  show  Thy  love  by  morning  light, 
And  talk  of  all  Thy  truth  at  night. 

2.  Sweet  is  the  day  of  sacred  rest  ; 

No  mortal  cares  shall  seize  my  breast ; 
O  may  my  heart  in  tune  be  found. 
Like  David's  harp  of  solemn  sound. 

3.  My  heart  shall  triumph  in  my  Lord, 
And  bless  His  works,  and  bless  His  word ; 
Thy  works  of  grace,  how  bright  they  shine ! 
How  deep  Thy  counsels  !  how  divine  ! 

4.  Fools  never  raise  their  thoughts  so  high  ; 
Like  brutes  they  live,  like  brutes  they  die ; 
Like  grass  they  flourish,  till  Thy  breath 
Blast  them  in  everlasting  death. 

5.  But  I  shall  share  a  glorious  part, 
When  grace  hath  well  refined  my  heart, 
And  fresh  supplies  of  joy  are  shed, 
Like  holy  oil,  to  cheer  my  head. 

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G.  Then  shall  I  see,  and  bear,  and  know 
All  I  desired  or  wished  be! 

And  every  power  find  sweet  employ 
In  that  eternal  world  of  joy. 


337.  S.  M.  Lyte. 

TO    SHOW   FORTH    TlIY    LOVING   KINDNESS    IN   THE   MORNING  AND  THY  FUTH- 
FULNESS   EVERY   NIGHT.—  Pi.     . 

1.  Sweet  is  the  task.  O  Lord, 

Thy  glorious  acts  to  sing) 
To  praise  Thy  name,  and  hear  Thy  word, 
And  grateful  offerings  bring. 

2.  Sweet  at  the  dawning  hour. 

Thy  boundless  love  to  tell ; 
And  when  the  night  wind  shuts  the  flower, 
Still  on  the  theme  to  dwell. 

3.  Sweet  on  this  day  of  rest, 

To  join  in  heart  and  voice, 
With  those  who  love  and  serve  Thee  best, 
And  in  Thy  name  rejoice. 

4.  To  songs  of  praise  and  joy, 

Be  every  Sabbath  given, 
That  such  may  be  our  blest  employ 
Eternally  in  heaven. 


338.  C.  M.  TTatts. 

This  is  the  day  which  the  Loed  hath  made.  — Ps.  115 :  24. 

1.  This  is  the  day  the  Lord  hath  made  ; 
He  calls  the  hours  His  own ; 
Let  heaven  rejoice,  let  earth  be  glad, 
And  praise  surround  the  throne. 
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2.  To-day  He  rose,  and  left  the  dead, 

And  Satan's  empire  1141; 

Today  the  saints  His  triumph  spread, 
And  all  His  wonders  tell. 

3.  Hosanna  to  the  anointed  Bang, 

To  David's  holy  Son  ; 
Help  us,  O  Lord  ;  descend,  and  bring 
Salvation  from  Thy  throne. 

4.  Blest  be  the  Lord,  who  comes  to  men 

With  messages  of  grace  ; 
Who  comes,  in  God  His  Fathers  name, 
To  save  our  sinful  race. 

5.  Hosanna  in  the  highest  strains 

The  church  on  earth  can  raise  ; 
The  highest  heavens,  in  which  He  reigns, 
Shall  give  Him  nobler  praise. 


339.  L.  M.  Epis.  Coll. 

I  TTAS   IX   THE    SPIRIT   ON"   THE   LOED'S   DAY.  —  Rev.  1:  10. 

1.  My  opening  eye<  with  rapture  see 

The  dawn  of  Thy  returning  day ; 

My  thoughts,  0  God,  ascend  to  Thee, 

While  thus  my  early  vows  I  pay. 

2.  I  yield  my  heart  to  Thee  alone. 

Nor  would  receive  another  guest ; 
Eternal  King,  erect  Thy  throne, 

And  reign  sole  Monarch  in  my  breast. 

3.  O,  bid  this  trifling  world  retire. 

And  drive  each  carnal  thought  away ; 
Nor  let  me  feel  one  vain  desire, 

Cue  sinful  thought,  through  all  the  day. 
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Then  to  Thy  courts  when  I  repair, 
My  soul  shall  rise  on  joyful  wing, 

The  wonders  of  Thy  love  declare, 

And  join  the  strains  which  angels  sing. 


340.  10s.  Mas  ox. 

The  Lord  blessed  the  Sabbath  day  and  hallowed  it.  — Ex.  20:  11. 

1.  Again  the  day  returns  of  holy  rest, 
Which,  when  He  made  the  world,  Jehovah  blessed  ; 
When,  like  His  own,  He  bade  our  labors  cease, 
And  all  be  piety,  and  all  be  peace. 

2.  Let  us  devote  this  consecrated  day 
To  learn  His  will,  and  all  we  learn  obey ; 
So  shall  He  hear  while  fervently  we  raise 
Our  choral  harmony  in  hymns  of  praise. 

3.  Father  in  heaven,  in  whom  our  hopes  confide, 
Whose  power  defends  us,  and  whose  precepts  guide. 
In  life  our  Guardian,  and  in  death  our  Friend, 
Glory  supreme  be  Thine  till  time  shall  end. 

341.  H.  M.  Scott. 


1.  Awake,  our  drowsy  souls, 

And  burst  the  slothful  band ; 
The  wonders  of  this  day 

Our  noblest  songs  demand ; 
Auspicious  morn,  Bright  seraphs  hail 

Thy  blissful  rays      |    In  songs  of  praise. 

2.  At  thy  approaching  dawn 

Reluctant  death  resigned 

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The  glorious  Prince  of  life. 
It-  dark  domains  confined  : 


The  angelic  host 

Around  Him  bends, 


And  'mid  their  shouts 

The  God  ascends. 


3.  u  All  hail,  triumphant  Lord  !  " 
Heaven  with  hosannas  H 
While  earth,  in  humbler  strains, 
Thy  praise  responsive  sings  : 


Worthy  art  Thou, 
"Who  once  wast  slain. 


Through  endless  years. 
To  live  and  reign, 


Gird  on.  great  God.  Thy  sword, 
Ascend  Thy  conquering  car, 

While  justice,  truth,  and  love 
Maintain  the  glorious  war ; 


Victorious.  Thou 
Thy  foes  shah  tread. 


And  sin  and  hell 
In  triumph  lead. 


342.  C.  31.  Lyte. 

7   SHALL   STAND  WITHIN-   THY  GATES,   O  JERUSALEM.  —  Ps.  122:  2. 

1.  With  joy  we  hail  the  sacred  day 

Which  God  has  called  His  own  ; 
With  joy  the  summons  we  obey 
To  worship  at  His  throne. 

2.  Thy  chosen  temple.  Lord,  how  fair ! 

Where  willing  votaries  throng 
To  breathe  the  humble,  fervent  prayer, 
And  pour  the  choral  song. 

3.  Spirit  of  grace.  0.  deign  to  dwell 

Within  Thy  church  below  ; 
Make  her  in  holiness  excel, 
With  pure  devotion  glow. 
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4.  Let  peace  within  her  walls  be  found, 

Let  all  her  sons  unite 
To  fepre&d  with  grateful  zgal  around 
Her  clear  and  shining  liuht. 

5.  Great  God,  we  hall  the  sacred  day 

Which  Thou  hast  called  Thine  own  ; 
With  joy  the  summons  we  obey 
To  worship  at  Thy  throne. 


343.  L.  M.  Steele. 

Blessed  is  the  man  tiiat  doeth  this.  —  Is.  5G :  2. 

1.  Great  God,  this  sacred  day  of  Thine 

Demands  our  soul's  collected  powers  ; 
May  we  employ  in  work  divine 

These  solemn,  these  devoted  hours ; 
O,  may  our  souls  adoring  own 
The  grace  which  calls  us  to  Thy  throne. 

2.  Hence,  ye  vain  cares  and  trifles,  fly  ; 

Where  God  resides  appear  no  more ; 
Omniscient  God,  Thy  piercing  eye 

Can  every  secret  thought  explore ; 
O,  may  Thy  grace  our  hearts  refine, 
And  fix  our  thoughts  on  things  divine. 

3.  Thy  Spirit's  powerful  aid  impart ; 

O,  may  Thy  word,  with  life  divine, 
Engage  the  ear,  and  warm  the  heart; 

Then  shall  the  day  indeed  be  thine ; 
Then  shall  our  souls,  adoring,  own 
The  grace  which  calls  us  to  Thy  throne. 
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344.  L.  M.  Doddbii 

TlIERE    KEMAINETII   TIILnEF'T-L    A   l.EST    TO   TUE   PEOPLE    OF    GOD.—  Hob.  4:  0. 

1.  Lord  of  the  Sabbath,  hear  cur  vow-. 

On  this  Thy  day.  in  this  Thy  house, 

And  own,  as  grateful  sacrifice, 

The  songs  which  from  the  desert  rise. 

2.  Thine  earthly  Sabbaths,  Lord,  we  love  ; 
But  there's  a  nobler  rest  above  ; 

To  that  our  laboring  souls  aspire, 

With  ardent  pangs  of  strong  desire. 

3.  No  more  fatigue,  no  more  distress, 
Nor  sin  nor  hell  shall  reach  tin;1  place  ; 
No  groans  to  mingle  with  the  soi 
Which  warble  from  immortal  tongues. 

4.  No  rude  alarms  of  raging  tin-  ; 
No  cares  to  break  the  long  repose  ; 
No  midnight  .-hade,  no  clouded  sun  ; 
But  sacred,  high,  eternal  noon. 

5.  O.  long-expected  day.  begin  : 

Dawn  on  these  realms  of  woe  and  sin  ; 
Fain  would  we  leave  this  weary  road, 
And  sleep  in  death,  to  rest  with  God. 


345.  L.  M.  Watts. 

Praise  waiteth  for  Thee,  O  Gon.  ix  Z:o>\  —  Ps.  65  :  1. 

1.  The  praise  of  Zion  waits  for  Thee, 

My  God.  and  praise  becomes  Thy  house  ; 
There  shall  Thy  saint-  Thy  glory  see. 
And  there  perform  their  public  vows. 
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2.  0  Thou,  whose  mercy  bends  the  skies, 

To  save  when  humble  sinners  pray, 
All  lands  to  Thee  shall  lift  their  eyes, 
And  distant  islands  of  the  sea. 

3.  Against  my  will  my  sins  prevail. 

But  grace  shall  purge  away  their  stain  ; 
The  blood  of  Christ  will  never  fail 
To  wash  my  garments  white  again. 

4.  Blessed  is  the  man  whom  Thou  shalt  choose, 

And  give  him  kind  access  to  Thee  ; 
Give  him  a  place  within  Thy  house, 
To  taste  Thy  love  divinely  free. 

5.  With  dreadful  glory  God  fulfils 

"What  His  afflicted  saints  request, 
And  with  almighty  wrath  reveals 
His  love  to  give  His  churches  rest. 

6.  Then  shall  the  flocking  nations  run 

To  Zion's  hill,  and  own  their  Lord  ; 
The  rising  and  the  setting  sun 

Shall  see  the  Saviour's  name  adored. 


346.  8s,  7s,  &  4.  Montgomery. 

Tiie  Lord  is  or  His  holy  temple.  —  Hab.  2  :  20. 

1.  God  is  in  His  holy  temple  ; 

All  the  earth,  keep  silence  here  ; 
Worship  Him  in  truth  and  spirit. 
Reverence  Him  with  godly  fear ; 

Holy,  holy 
Lord  of  hosts,  our  God  appear. 

2.  God  in  Christ  reveals  His  presence, 

Throned  upon  the  mercy  seat  ; 
Saints,  rejoice,  and,  sinners,  tremble  ; 
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Each  prepare  his  God  to  meet ; 

Lowly,  lowly 
Bow  adoring  at  His  feet. 

Hail  Him  here  with  songs  of  praises  ; 

Him  with  prayers  of  faith  surround; 
Harken  to  His  glorious  gospel 

While  the  preacher's  lips  expound  ; 
Blessed,  blessed 

They  who  know  the  joyful  sound. 

Though  the  heaven,  and  heaven  of  heavens, 

0  thou  great  Unsearchable, 
Are  too  mean  to  comprehend  Thee, 

Thou  with  man  art  pleased  to  dwell ; 
Welcome,  welcome, 

God  with  us,  Immanuel. 


347.  L.  M.       Tate  &  Brady. 

Estei^into  His  gates  vtitu  thanksgiving.  —  Ps.  100  :  i. 

1.  With  one  consent,  let  all  the  earth 

To  God  then'  cheerful  voices  raise  ; 
Glad  homage  pay,  with  awful  mirth. 
And  sing  before  Him  songs  of  praise. 

2.  Convinced  that  He  is  God  alone, 

From  whom  both  we  and  all  proceed, 
We,  whom  He  chooses  for  His  own. 
The  flock  which  He  vouchsafes  to  feed. 

3.  O,  enter  then  His  temple  gate, 

Thence  to  His  courts  devoutly  press ; 
And  still  your  grateful  hymns  repeat, 
And  still  His  name  with  praises  bless. 
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For  He's  the  Lord,  supremely  good ; 

His  mercy  is  forever  sure  ; 
His  truth,  which  all  times  firmly  stood, 

To  endless  a<ies  shall  endure. 


348. 


S.  M. 


S.  Stexnett. 


Even  Tiiixe  altars,  O  Lord  of  Hosts.  —  Ps.  ;>i  :  Q. 

1.  How  charming  is  the  plaee 

Where  my  Redeemer,  God, 

Unveils  the  beauties  of  His  face, 

And  sheds  His  love  abroad  ! 

2.  Not  the  fair  palaces 

To  which  the  great  resort. 
Are  once  to  be  compared  with  this, 
Where  Jesus  holds  His  court. 

3.  Here  on  the  mercy  seat. 

With  radiant  glory  crowned, 
Our  joyful  eyes  behold  Him  sit, 
And  smile  on  all  around. 

4.  Give  me.  O  Lord,  a  place 

Within  Thy  blest  abode, 
Among  the  children  of  Thy  grace, 

The  servants  of  my  God. 


349. 


L.  M. 


Watts. 


Make  a  joyful  xoise  uxto  tiie  Lord.  — Ps.  100  :  1. 


1.  Before  Jehovah's  awful  throne, 
Ye  nations,  bow  with  sacred  joy ; 
Know  that  the  Lord  is  God  alone ; 
He  can  create,  and  He  destroy. 
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2.  His  sovereign  power,  without  our  aid, 
Made  ua  of  clay,  and  formed  us  men ; 
And  when  like  wandering  sheep  we  strayed, 

He  brought  us  to  His  ibid  again. 

o.  "We  are  His  people,  we  His  care  ; 

Our  souls  and  all  our  mortal  frame ; 
"What  lasting  honors  shall  we  rear, 
Almighty  Maker,  to  Thy  name  ? 

4.  "We'll  crowd  Thy  gates,  with  thankful  songs ; 

High  as  the  heavens  our  voices  raise  ; 
And  earth,  with  her  ten  thousand  tongues, 
Shall  fill  Thy  courts  with  sounding  praise. 

5.  Wide  as  the  world  is  Thy  command ; 

Vast  as  eternity  Thy  love ; 
Firm  as  a  ruck  Thy  truth  must  stand, 
"When  rolling  years  shall  cease  to  move. 


350.  C.    P.    31.  BfERBICK. 

THET   SIIALL   PEOSPEE   THAT   LOVE    TlIEZ.  —  Pi.  122  :  6. 

1.  The  joyful  morn,  my  God.  is  come, 
That  calls  me  to  Thy  honored  dome, 

Thy  presence  to  adore. 
My  feet  the  summons  shall  attend, 
"With  willing  steps  Thy  courts  ascend, 

And  tread  the  hallowed  floor. 

2.  Hither,  from  Judah's  utmost  end. 
The  heaven-protected  tribe-  a.-cend, 

Their  offerings  hither  bring ; 
Here,  eager  to  attest  their  joy. 
In  hymns  of  praise  their  tongues  employ, 

And  hail  the  immortal  King. 


public  worship;  opening. 

3.  Be  peace  by  each  implored  on  thee, 

0  Salem,  while  with  bended  knee 
To  Jacob's  God  we  pray. 

How  blessed  who  calls  himself  Thy  friend! 
Success  his  labors  shall  attend, 
And  safety  guard  his  way. 

351.  C.  M.  Watts. 

My  voice  snALT  Tnou  hear  in  tite  morning.—  Ps.  5  :  3. 

1.  Lord,  in  the  morning  Thou  shalt  hear 

My  voice  ascending  high  ; 
To  Thee  will  I  direct  my  prayer, 
To  Thee  lift  up  mine  eye  ; 

2.  Up  to  the  hills  where  Christ  is  gone, 

To  plead  for  all  His  saints, 
Presenting  at  His  Father's  throne 
Our  songs  and  our  complaints. 

3.  Thou  art  a  God  before  whose  sight 

The  wicked  shall  not  stand ; 
Sinners  shall  ne'er  be  Thy  delight, 
Nor  dwell  at  Thy  right  hand. 

4.  But  to  Thy  house  will  I  resort, 

To  taste  Thy  mercies  there ; 

1  will  frequent  Thine  holy  court, 

And  worship  in  Thy  fear. 

352.  L.  M.         Pratt's  Coll. 

A  God  ready  to  pardon-.  —  Xeh.  9  :  17. 

1.  Father  of  heaven,  whose  love  profound 
A  ransom  for  our  souls  hath  found, 
Before  Thy  throne  we  sinners  bend ; 
To  us  Thy  pardoning  love  extend. 
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2.  Almighty1  Son.  incarnate  Word, 

Our  Prophet,  Priest,  Redeemer,  Lord, 
Before  Thy  throne  we  sinners  bend; 
To  us  Thy  saving  grace  extend. 

3.  Eternal  Spirit,  by  whose  breath 

The  soul  is  raised  from  sin  and  death, 
Before  Thy  throne  wo  sinners  bend ; 
To  us  Thy  quickening  power  extend. 

4.  Jehovah !   Father.  Spirit.  Son ! 
Eternal  Godhead  !  Three  in  One  ! 
Before  Thy  throne  we  sinners  bend ; 
Grace,  pardon,  life,  to  us  extend. 


353.  8s.  7s,  cNc  4.  Kelly. 

Speak,  For.  Tnr  sEr.v.vxi  nE.vr.ETn.  — 1  Sam.  3  :  10. 

1.  In  Thy  name,  O  Lord,  assembling, 

TTe.  Thy  people,  now  draw  near ; 
Teach  us  to  rejoice  with  trembling; 
Speak,  and  let  Thy  servants  hear  — 

Hear  with  meekness. 
Hear  Thy  word  with  godly  fear. 

2.  THiile  our  days  on  earth  are  lengthened, 

May  we  give  them.  Lord,  to  Thi 

Cheered  by  hope,  and  daily  strengthened, 
May  we  run.  nor  weary  be, 

Till  Thy  glory. 
Without  clouds,  in  heaven  we  see. 

S.  There,  in  worship  purer,  sweeter, 
Thee  Thy  people  shall  adore, 
Tasting  of  enjoyment  greater 

Far  than  thought  conceived  before  — 

Full  enjoyment. 
Full,  unmixed,  and  evermore. 
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PUBLIC    WORSHIP;    OPENING. 

354.  C.  M.  Watts. 

Early  will  I  seek  Thee.  — Ps.  G3  :  1. 

1.  Early,  my  God,  without  delay, 

I  haste  to  seek  Thy  face ; 
My  thirsty  spirit  faints  away 
Without  Thy  cheering  grace. 

2.  So  pilgrims  on  the  scorching  sand, 

Beneath  a  burning  sky, 
Long  for  a  cooling  stream  at  hand, 
And  they  must  drink  or  die. 

3.  I've  seen  Thy  glory  and  Thy  power 

Through  all  Thy  temple  shine ; 
My  God,  repeat  that  heavenly  hour, 
That  vision  so  divine. 

4.  Not  life  itself,  with  all  her  joys, 

Can  my  best  passions  move, 
Or  raise  so  high  my  cheerful  voice, 
As  Thy  forgiving  love. 

5.  Thus,  till  my  last,  expiring  day, 

I'll  bless  my  God  and  King ; 
Thus  will  I  lift  my  hands  to  pray, 
And  tune  my  heart  to  sing. 

355.  7s. 

The  preparations  of  the  heart  in  man,  and  the  answer  of  the  tongue 
is  from  the  Lord.  —  Prov.  16  :  1. 

1.  Holy  Lord,  our  hearts  prepare 
For  the  solemn  work  of  prayer ; 
Grant  that,  when  we  bend  the  knee, 
All  our  thoughts  may  turn  to  Thee, 
And  Thy  presence  may  be  found, 
Breathing  peace  and  joy  around. 
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Lord,  when  we  approach  Thy  throne, 
Make  Thy  power  and  glory  known ; 
Thus  may  we  be  taught  to  call 
Humbly  on  the  Lord  of  all, 
And  with  reverence  and  fear 
At  Thy  footstool  to  appear. 

Teach  us,  as  we  breathe  our  woes, 
On  Thy  promise  to  repose, 
All  Thy  tender  love  to  trace 
Li  the  Saviour's  work  of  grace, 
And  with  confidence  depend 
On  a  gracious  God  and  Friend. 


356.  C.  ML  Pratt's  Coll. 

Serve  Him  or  sincerity  and  or  truth.  —  Josh.  24 :  14. 

1.  Lord,  when  we  bend  before  Thy  throne, 

And  our  confessions  pour, 
O,  may  we  feel  the  sins  we  own, 
And  hate  what  we  deplore. 

2.  Our  broken  spirits  pitying  see ; 

True  penitence  impart ; 
Then  let  a  healing  glance  from  Thee 
Beam  hope  on  every  heart. 

3.  When  we  disclose  our  wants  in  prayer, 

O,  let  our  wills  resign ; 
And  not  a  thought  our  bosom  share, 
Which  is  not  wholly  Thine. 

4.  Let  faith  each  weak  petition  fill, 

And  lift  it  to  the  skies  ; 
And  teach  our  hearts  'tis  goodness  still 
That  grants  it,  or  denies. 
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357. 


7s. 


Montgomery. 


Did  not  our  heart  burx  withih  us  while  He  talked  witu  us  by  the 
WAY?  —  Luke  24  :  32. 


1.  To  Thy  temple  I  repair; 
Lord,  I  love  to  worship  there, 
When  within  the  veil  I  meet 
Christ  before  the  mercy  seat. 

2.  While  Thy  glorious  praise  is  sung, 
Touch  my  lips,  unloose  my  tongue, 
That  my  joyful  soul  may  bless 
Thee,  the  Lord,  my  Kighteousness. 

3.  While  the  prayers  of  saints  ascend, 
God  of  love,  to  mine  attend ; 
Hear  me,  for  Thy  Spirit  pleads  ; 
Hear,  for  Jesus  intercedes. 

4.  While  I  hearken  to  Thy  law, 
Fill  my  soul  with  humble  awe, 
Till  Thy  gospel  bring  to  me 
Life  and  immortality. 

5.  From  Thine  house  when  I  return, 
May  my  heart  within  me  burn, 
And  at  evening  let  me  say, 

"  I  have  walked  with  God  to-day." 


358. 


S.  M. 


Watts. 


O,  COME,  LET  US  WORSHIP  AND  BOTY  DOTYN'.  —  Ps.  95  :  6. 

1.  Come,  sound  His  praise  abroad, 
And  hymns  of  glory  sing ; 
Jehovah  is  the  sovereign  God, 
The  universal  King. 
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2.  He  formed  the  deeps  unknown : 

He  gave  the  seas  their  bound; 
The  watery  worlds  are  all  His  own, 

And  all  the  solid  ground. 

8.  Come,  worship  at  His  throne ; 
Come,  bow  before  the  Lord ; 
We  are  His  work,  and  not  our  own ; 
He  formed  us  by  His  word. 

4.  To-day  attend  His  voice. 

Nor  dare  provoke  His  rod ; 
Come,  like  the  people  of  His  choice, 
And  own  vour  gracious  God. 


359.  S.  M.  Watts. 

Walk  about  Ziox,  axd  go  eouxd  about  hes.  — Ps.  4S  :  12. 

1.  Far  as  Thy  name  is  known. 

The  world  declares  Thy  praise  ; 
Thy  saints.  O  Lord,  before  Thy  throne 
Their  songs  of  honor  raise. 

2.  With  joy  let  Judah  stand 

On  Zion's  chosen  hill. 
Proclaim  the  wonders  of  Thy  hand, 
And  counsels  of  Thy  will. 

3.  Let  strangers  walk  around 

The  city  where  we  dwell. 
Compass  and  view  the  holy  ground, 
And  mark  the  building  well, 

4.  The  order  of  Thy  house. 

The  worship  of  Thy  court. 
The  cheerful  songs,  the  solemn  vows, 
And  make  a  lair  report. 
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5.  How  decent  and  how  wi»  ! 

How  glorious  to  behold ! 

Beyond  the  pump  that  charms  the  eyes, 
And  rites  adorned  with  gold. 

6.  The  God  we  worship  now 

Will  guide  us  till  we  die  ; 

Will  be  our  God  while  here  below, 
And  ours  above  the  sky. 

360.  C.  JL        Tate  &  Brady. 

PEACE   EE   "STITHIX   THY  WALLS.  —  P=.   122:  7. 

1.  0.  'twas  a  joyful  sound  to  hear 

Our  tribes  devoutly  -ay. 
a  Up,  Israel,  to  the  temple  haste, 
And  keep  your  festal  day  !  " 

2.  At  Salem's  courts  we  most  appear, 

With  our  assembled  pow 
In  strong  and  beauteous  order  ranged, 
Like  her  united  towers. 

3.  0.  pray  we  then  for  Salem's  peace, 

For  they  shall  prosperous  be, 
Thou  holy  city  of  our  God, 
Who  bear  true  love  to  thee. 

4.  May  peace  within  thy  sacred  walls 

A  con-tain  guest  be  found  ; 
With  plenty  and  prosperity 
Thy  palaces  be  crowned. 

DOXOLOGY. 

Thee.  Father.  Son.  and  Spirit.  Thee, 

Let  heaven  and  earth  ad< 
Thou  art.  Thou  wast,  and  Thou  shalt  be 

God  blessed  evermore* 

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361.  L.  K.        Tate  &  Brady. 

O,  COME   LET   US    SING   UNTO   TUE   LOED.  — Ps.  CO  :  1. 

1.  O.  come,  loud  anthems  let  us  sing 
Loud  thanks  to  our  almighty  King ; 

For  we  our  voice-  high  should  raise, 
"SVlion  our  salvation's  Rock  we  praise. 

2.  Into  His  presence  let  us  haste. 

To  thank  Him  lor  His  favors  past ; 
To  Him  address,  in  joyful  songs, 

The  praise  that  to  His  name  belongs. 

3.  For  God  the  Lord,  enthroned  in  state, 
I-  with  unrivalled  glory  great  — 

A  King  superior  far  to  all  — 
Whom  by  His  title  God  we  call. 

4.  O.  let  us  to  His  courts  repair, 
And  bow  with  adoration  there ; 
Down  on  our  knees  devoutly,  all, 
Before  the  Lord,  our  Maker  fall. 

362.  L.  P.  31.  Watts. 

Strength  and  beauiy  aee  in  His  saxciuaf.t.—  Vs.   I 

1.  Let  all  the  earth  their  voices  raise, 
To  sing  the  choicest  psalm  of  praise  ; 

To  sing  and  bless  Jehovah's  name  : 
His  glory  let  the  heathen  know  ; 
His  wonders  to  the  nation-  show  : 

And  all  His  saving  works  proclaim. 

2.  He  framed  the  globe.  He  built  the  sky, 
He  made  the  shining  worlds  on  high, 

And  reigns  complete  in  glory  there  ; 
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His  beams  are  majesty  and  light ; 

His  beauties,  how  divinely  bright ! 

His  temple,  how  divinely  fair ! 

3.  Come  the  great  day,  the  glorious  hour, 
"When  earth  shall  feel  His  saving  power, 

And  barbarous  nations  fear  His  name : 
Then  shall  the  race  of  man  confess 
The  beauty  of  His  holiness, 

And  in  His  courts  His  grace  proclaim. 

363.  6s  &  4s.  Goode. 

Praise  IIim  according  to  His  excellent  greatness.  — Ps.  150:  2. 

1.  Praise  ye  Jehovah's  name, 
Praise  through  His  courts  proclaim, 

Pise  and  adore  : 
High  o'er  the  heavens  above 
Sound  His  great  acts  of  love, 
While  His  rich  grace  we  prove, 

Vast  as  His  power. 

2.  Now  let  the  trumpet  raise 
Sounds  of  triumphant  praise, 

Wide  as  His  fame  : 
There  let  the  harp  be  found  ; 
Organ?,  with  solemn  sound, 
Poll  your  deep  notes  around, 

Filled  with  His  name. 

3.  While  His  high  praise  ye  sing, 
Shake  every  sounding  string  ; 

Sweet  the  accord  ! 
He  vital  breath  bestows  ; 
Let  every  breath  that  flows 
His  noblest  fame  disclose ; 

Praise  ye  the  Lord. 
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364.  L.  SL  Watts. 

Let  my  peatzr  be  set  foeth  beeoee  Thee  as  intense.  —  Ps.  141  :  2. 

1.  My  God,  accept  my  early  vows, 
Like  morning  incense  in  Thy  house ; 
And  let  my  nightly  worship  rise, 

Sweet  as  the  evening  sacrifice. 

2.  Watch  o'er  my  lips,  and  guard  them..  Lord, 
From  every  rash  and  heedless  word ; 
Nor  let  my  feet  incline  to  tread 

The  guilty  path  where  sinner-  lead. 

3.  O,  may  the  righteous,  when  I  stray, 
Smite  and  reprove  my  wandering  way ; 
Their  gentle  words,  like  ointment  shed, 
Shall  never  bruise,  but  cheer  my  head. 

4.  When  I  behold  them  pressed  with  grief, 
I'll  cry  to  heaven  for  their  relief; 

And  by  my  warm  petitions  prove 
How  much  I  prize  then-  faithful  love. 

365.  C.  31.         Peatt's  Coll. 

LOED,  I  HAVE    LOVED   THE   HABITATION"  OF    TlIY  HOUSE.  —  P^. 

1.  We  love  Thy  holy  temple.  Lord. 

For  there  Thou  deign'st  to  dwell; 
And  there  the  heralds  of  Thy  word 
Of  all  Thy  mercies  tell. 

2.  There,  in  Thy  pure  and  cleansing  fount, 

Washed  from  each  guilty  stain. 
Our  souls  on  wings  of  faith  shall  mount 
To  heaven's  eternal  fane. 
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3.  Around  Thine  altar  will  we  kneel 

In  penitence  sincere, 
A  Saviour's  mercy  deeply  feej^ 

And  words  of  pardon  hear  ; 

4.  Or,  mingling  with  the  choral  throng, 

Our  joyful  voices  raise, 
And  pour  the  full,  melodious  song, 
In  notes  of  grateful  praise. 

366.  C.  M.  Watts. 

I  WAS   GLAD  WHEN   THEY   SAID   OTCTO   ME,  LET  US   GO  IXTO  THE  HOUSE  OE 
THE  LOBD.  — Pb.  122:  1. 

L  How  did  my  heart  rejoice  to  hear 
My  friends  devoutly  say, 
"  In  Zion  let  us  all  appear. 
And  keep  the  solemn  day." 

2.  I  love  her  gates,  I  love  the  road  ; 

The  church,  adorned  with  grace, 
Stands  like  a  palace  built  for  God, 
To  show  His  milder  face. 

3.  Up  to  her  courts,  with  joys  unknown, 

The  holy  tribes  repair ; 
The  Son  of  David  holds  His  throne, 
And  sits  in  judgment  there. 

4.  He  hears  our  praises  and  complaints, 

And  while  His  awful  voice 
Divides  the  sinners  from  the  saints, 
We  tremble  and  rejoice. 

5.  Peace  be  within  this  sacred  place, 

And  joy  a  constant  guest  ; 
With  holy  gifts  and  heavenly  grace 
Be  her  attendants  blessed. 
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G.  My  soul  shall  pray  for  Zibo  still 
While  life  or  breath  remain-  ; 
There  my  best  friends,  my  kindred,  dwell ; 
There  God,  rny  Saviour,  reigns. 


367. 


H.  M. 


"Watts. 


Ml*   SOUL  LOXGETH,  TEA,  EVEN    EAIXTETn,   FOE  THE   COUET8   OF  THE  LOED. 

F>.  64  :  2. 


1.  Lord  of  the  worlds  above, 

How  pleasant  and  how  fair 
The  dwellings  of  Thy  love. 
Thine  earthly  temples  are  ! 


To  Thine  abode 
My  heart  aspires, 


With  warm  desires 
To  see  my  God. 


2.  The  sparrow  for  her  young 
With  pleasure  seeks  a  nest, 
And  wandering  swallows  long 
To  rind  their  wonted  rest  : 


My  spirit  faints, 
With  equal  zeal, 


To  rise  and  dwell 
Among  Thy  saints. 


3.  O  happy  souls  that  pray 

Where  God  appoints  to  hear ; 
O  happy  men  that  pay 

Their  constant  service  there  : 


They  praise  Thee  still ; 
And  happy  they 


That  love  the  way 
To  Zion's  hill. 


4.  They  go  from  strength  to  strength 
Through  this  dark  vale  of  tears, 
Till  each  arrives  at  length. 
Till  each  in  heaven  appears  : 


0  glorious  seat. 
When  God  our  Kins: 


Shall  thither  bring 
Our  willing  feet. 


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368.  L.  M.  "Watts. 

Let  is  come  eefoee  His  peesexce  with  thanksgiving.  —  Ps.  86  I  2. 

1.  Come,  let  our  voices  join  to  raise 
A  sacred  song  of  solemn  praise  : 
God  is  a  sovereign  king ;  rehearse 
His  honors  in  exalted  verse. 

2»  Come,  let  our  souls  address  the  Lord, 
Who  framed  our  natures  with  His  word : 
He  is  our  Shepherd,  we  the  sheep 
His  mercy  chose,  His  pastures  keep. 

3.  Come,  let  us  hear  His  voice  to-day ; 
The  counsels  of  His  love  obey  ; 
Nor  let  our  hardened  hearts  renew 
The  sins  and  plagues  that  Israel  knew. 

4.  Look  back,  my  soul,  with  holy  dread, 
And  view  those  ancient  rebels  dead ; 
Attend  the  offered  grace  to-day, 
Nor  lose  the  blessing  by  delay. 

5.  Seize  the  kind  promise  while  it  waits, 
And  march  to  Zion's  heavenly  gates  ; 
Believe,  and  take  the  promised  rest ; 
Obey,  and  be  forever  blest. 

369.  C.  M.  Doddridge. 

The  avay  to  Zion.—  Jer.  50  :  5. 

1.  Inquire,  ve  pilgrims,  for  the  way 
That  leads  to  Zion's  hill. 
And  thither  set  your  steady  face, 
With  a  determined  will. 
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2.  Come,  let  us  to  Hi-  temple  haste, 

And  seek  His  favor  there  ; 
Before  His  footstool  humbly  bow, 
And  pour  our  fervent  prayer. 

3.  Come,  let  us  join  our  souls  to  God 

In  everlasting  bands, 
And  seize  the  blessings  He  be-tows, 
With  eager  hearts  and  hands. 


370.  7s.  Hammond. 

A>D  YE   SHALL   SEEK  Me  AMD   FIND  Ml   WHEN"  TE    SIlALL  SEAECH  FOE  lis. 
Willi  ALL  YOUE  HEAET.  — Jer.  _' 

1.  Lord,  we  come  before  Thee  now; 
At  Thy  feet  we  humbly  bow  ; 

O.  do  not  our  suit  disdain  ; 

Shall  we  seek  Thee.  Lord,  in  vain  ? 

2.  Lord,  on  Thee  our  souls  depend ; 
In  compassion,  now  descend  : 

Fill  our  hearts  with  Thy  rich  grace ; 
Tune  our  lips  to  sing  Thy  praise. 

3.  In  Thine  own  appointed  way. 
Now  we  seek  Thee,  here  we  stay ; 
Lord,  we  know  not  how  to  go, 
Till  a  blessing  Thou  bestow. 

4.  Send  some  message  from  Thy  word 
That  may  joy  and  peace  afford  ; 

Let  Thy  Spirit  now  impart 
Full  salvation  to  each  heart. 

5.  Comfort  those  who  weep  and  mourn ; 
Let  the  time  of  joy  return  : 

Those  who  are  cast  down  lift  up. 
Make  them  strong  in  faith  and  hope. 
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Grant  that  all  may  seek,  and  find 
Thee  a  gracious  God  and  kind ; 
Heal  the  sick,  the  captive  free ; 
Let  us  all  rejoice  in  Thee. 


371. 


S.  P.  M. 


Watts. 


Peace  be  within  thy  walls,  and  prosperity  within  thy  palaces. 

Pb.  l£ :  7. 

1.  How  pleased  and  blessed  was  I, 
To  hear  the  people  cry, 

"  Come,  let  us  seek  our  God  to-day ! " 

Yes,  with  a  cheerful  zeal, 

We  haste  to  Zion's  hill, 
And  there  our  vows  and  honors  pay. 

2.  Zion,  thrice  happy  place  ! 
Adorned  with  wondrous  grace, 

And  walls  of  strength  embrace  thee  round; 

In  thee  our  tribes  ajipear, 

To  pray,  and  praise,  and  hear 
The  sacred  gospel's  joyful  sound. 

3.  Here  David's  greater  Son 
Has  fixed  His  royal  throne ; 

He  sits  for  grace  and  judgment  here : 

He  bids  the  saint  be  glad, 

He  makes  the  sinner  sad, 
And  humble  souls  rejoice  with  fear. 

4.  May  peace  attend  thy  gate, 
And  joy  within  thee  wait, 

To  bless  the  soul  of  every  guest ; 

The  man  who  seeks  thy  peace, 

And  wishes  thine  increase, 
A  thousand  blessings  on  him  rest. 

5.  My  tongue  repeats  her  vows, 

"  Peace  to  this  sacred  house  ! " 
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For  here  my  friends  and  kindred  dwell ; 

And  since  my  glorious  God 

Makes  thee  His  blest  abode; 

My  soul  shall  ever  love  thee  well. 

372.  L.  It  Heber. 

THOU  HAST  BEEN'  A   SHELTER   FOR  ME.  — Ps.  B  !  3. 

1.  Forth  from  the  dark  and  stormy  sky, 
Lord,  to  Thine  altar's  shade  we  fly  ; 
Forth  from  the  world,  its  hope  and  fear, 
Father,  we  seek  Thy  shelter  here : 
Weary  and  weak.  Thy  grace  we  pray ; 
Turn  not,  0  Lord,  Thy  guests  away. 

2.  Loner  have  we  roamed  in  want  and  pain  ; 
Long  have  we  sought  Thy  rest  in  vain  ; 
Wildered  in  doubt,  in  darkness  lost, 
Long  have  our  souls  been  tempest-tossed  : 
Low  at  Thy  feet  our  sins  we  lay  ; 

Turn  not,  O  Lord,  Thy  guests  away. 

373.  C.  M.  Steele. 

The  Desire  of  all  stations  shall  coiie.  —  Hag.  2  :  7. 

1.  Come,  thou  Desire  of  all  Thy  saints  ! 

Our  humble  strains  attend. 
While,  with  our  praises  and  complaints. 
Low  at  Thy  feet  we  bend. 

2.  How  should  our  songs,  like  those  above, 

With  warm  devotion  rise  ! 
How  should  our  souls,  on  wings  of  love, 
Mount  upward  to  the  skies  ! 

3.  Come.  Lord.  Thy  love  alone  can  raise 

Li  us  the  heavenly  flame  : 
Then  shall  our  lips  resound  Thy  praise, 
Our  hearts  adore  Thy  name. 
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4.  Dear  Saviour,  lot  Thy  glory  shine 

And  Ml  Thy  dwellings  hero, 
Till  life,  and  love,  and  joy  divine 
A  heaven  on  earth  appear. 

5.  Then  shall  our  hearts  enraptured  sav, 

Cdme,  great  Redeemer,  come, 
And  bring  the  bright,  the  glorious  day, 
That  calls  Thy  children  home  ! 


374. 


C.  M. 


Watts. 


God  is  greatly  to  ee  teaeed  a  the  assembly  of  the  saints. 

Ps.  $0  :  7. 

1.  With  reverence  let  the  saints  appear, 

And  bow  before  the  Lord  ; 
His  high  commands  with  reverence  hear, 
And  tremble  at  His  word. 

2.  How  terrible  Thy  glories  be  ! 

How  bright  Thine  armies  shine  ! 
Where  is  the  power  that  vies  with  Thee  ? 
Or  truth,  compared  with  Thine  ? 

3.  The  northern  pole,  and  southern,  rest 

On  Thy  supporting  hand ; 
Darkness  and  day.  from  east  to  west, 
Move  round  at  Thy  command. 

4.  Thy  words  the  raging  winds  control, 

And  rule  the  boisterous  deep  ; 
Thou  rnak'st  the  sleeping  billows  roll, 
The  rolling  billows  sleep. 

5.  Justice  and  judgment  are  Thy  throne, 

Yet  wondrous  is  Thy  grace  ; 
While  truth  and  mercy,  joined  in  one, 
Invite  us  near  Thy  face. 

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37.>.  8s.  7s,  &  4.      Eippon's  Coll. 

The  Spirit  also  iielpetii  oue  infirmities.  —  Rom. 

1.  Come,  thou  soul-transforming  Spirit, 

Bless  the  sower  and  the  seed  ; 

.    Let  each  heart  Thy  grace  inherit ; 
Raise  the  weak,  the  hungry  feed ; 

From  the  gospel 
Now  supply  Thy  people's  need. 

2.  O,  may  all  enjoy  the  blessing 

Which  Thy  word's  designed  to  give  ; 
Let  as  all,  Thy  love  possessing, 
Joyfully  the  truth  receive ; 

And  forever 
To  Thy  praise  and  glory  live. 

376.  8s  &  7s.  Taylor. 

The  Lord  ttill  give  grace  and  gloet.  —  Vs.  54  :  1L 

1.  Far  from  mortal  cares  retreating, 

Sordid  hopes  and  vain  desires. 
Here,  our  willing  footsteps  meeting, 

Every  heart  to  heaven  aspires ; 
From  the  fount  of  glory  beaming, 

Light  celestial  cheers  our  eyes, 
Mercy  from  above  proclaiming 

Peace  and  pardon  from  the  skies. 

2.  Who  may  share  this  great  salvation  ? 

Every  pure  and  humble  mind  ; 
Every  kindred,  tongue,  and  nation, 

From  the  dross  of  guilt  refined ; 
Blessings  all  around  bestowing), 

God  withholds  His  care  from  none  ; 
Grace  and  mercy  ever  flowing 

From  the  fountain  of  His  throne. 
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Every  stain  of  cruilt  abhorring, 
Firm  and  bold  in  virtue's  cause, 

Still  Thy  providence  adoring 
Faithful  subjects  to  Thy  laws; 

Lord,  with  favor  still  attend  us, 
Bless  us  with  Thy  wondrous  love  ; 

Thou,  our  Sun  and  Shield,  defend  us  ; 
All  our  hope  is  from  above. 


377. 


C.  M. 


Watts. 


WlIAT   SIIALL   I   RENDER   UNTO   THB   LOHT    FOR  ALL   HlS    BENEFITS   TOVTAED 

ME.— Ps.  116:  12. 

1.  What  shall  I  render  to  my  God 

For  all  His  kindness  shown  ? 
My  feet  shall  visit  Thine  abode, 
My  songs  address  Thy  throne. 

2.  Among  the  saints  that  fill  Thy  house 

My  offering-  shall  be  paid ; 
There  shall  my  zeal  perform  the  vows 
My  soul  in  anguish  made. 

3.  How  much  is  mercy  Thy  delight, 

Thou  ever-blessed  God ! 
How  dear  Thy  servants  in  Thy  sight ! 
How  precious  is  their  blood  ! 

4.  How  happy  all  Thy  servants  are ! 

How  great  Thy  grace  to  me ! 
My  life  which  Thou  hast  made  Thy  care, 
Lord,  I  devote  to  Thee. 

5.  Now  I  am  Thine,  forever  Thine, 

Nor  shall  my  purpose  move  ; 
Thy  hand  hath  loosed  my  bonds  of  pain, 
And  bound  me  with  Thy  love. 
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C.  Here  in  Thy  courts  I  leave  my  vuw, 
And  Thy  rich  grace  record; 
Witness,  ye  Saints,  who  hear  nie  now, 
If  I  forsake  the  Lord  ! 


378.  C.  M.  Watts. 

Praise  God  in  nis  sanctuary.—  Ps.150  :  1. 

1.  Ix  God's  own  house  pronounce  His  praisef; 

His  grace  He  there  reveals ; 
To  heaven  your  joy  and  wonder  raise, 
For  there  His  glory  dwells. 

2.  Let  all  your  sacred  passions  move 

While  you  rehearse  His  deeds  ; 
But  the  great  work  of  saving  love 
Your  highest  praise  exceeds. 

3.  All  that  have  motion,  life,  and  breath, 

Proclaim  your  Maker  blessed  ; 

Yet  when  my  voice  expires  in  death, 

2Ly  soul  shall  praise  Him  best. 

379.  C.  »t         H.  M.  Williams. 

Tnou  -wilt  keep  nm  in  perfect  peace  -r-hose  mind  is  stayed  on  Tiiee. 

Is.  26  :  3. 

1.  While  Thee  I  seek.  Protecting  Power, 

Be  my  vain  wishes  stilled ; 

And  may  this  consecrated  hour 

With  better  hopes  be  filled. 

2.  Thy  love  the  power  of  thought  bestowed,— 

To  Thee  my  thoughts  would  soar  ; 
Thy  mercy  o'er  my  life  has  flowed,  — 
That  mercy  I  adore. 
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3.  In  each  event  of  life,  how  clear 

Thy  ruling  hand  I  see ! 
Each  blessing  to  my  soul  most  dear, 
Because  conferred  by  Thee. 

4.  In  every  joy  that  crowns  my  days, 

In  every  pain  I  bear, 
My  heart  shall  find  delight  in  praise, 
Or  seek  relief  in  prayer. 

5.  When  gladness  wings  my  favored  hour, 

Thy  love  my  thoughts  shall  fill ; 
Resigned  when  storms  of  sorrow  lower, 
My  soul  shall  meet  Thy  will. 

6.  My  lifted  eye,  without  a  tear, 

The  gathering  storm  shall  see ; 
My  steadfast  heart  shall  know  no  fear,  — 
That  heart  will  rest  on  Thee. 


380.  L.*M.  Watts. 

Make  a  joyful  :soise  u>tto  the  Loed.  —  Ps.  100:  1. 

1.  Ye  nations  of  the  earth,  rejoice 

Before  the  Lord,  your  sovereign  King ; 
Serve  Him  with  cheerful  heart  and  voice ; 
With  all  your  tongues  His  glory  sing. 

2.  The  Lord  is  God ;  'tis  He  alone 

Doth  life,  and  breath,  and  being  give ; 
We  are  His  work,  and  not  our  own  ; 
The  sheep  that  on  His  pastures  live. 

3.  Enter  His  gates  with  songs  of  joy  ; 

With  praises  to  His  courts  repair ; 
And  make  it  your  divine  employ 

To  pay  your  thanks  and  honors  there. 
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The  Lord  Ea  good,  the  Lord  is  kind  : 
Great  is  His  grace,  His  mercy  sure: 

Ami  the  whole  race  of  man  shall  find 
His  truth  from  aire  to  age  endure. 


381.  L.  M.  Watts. 

Blessed  ee  tiie  Lord  out  of  Zioy.  —  Vs.  185  :  21. 

1.  Pkaise  ye  the  Lord,  exalt  His  name. 

While  in  His  earthly  courts  we  wait ; 
Ye  saints,  who  to  His  house  belong, 

Or  stand  attending  at  His  gate. 

2.  Praise  ye  the  Lord ;  the  Lord  is  good ; 

To  praise  His  name  is  sweet  employ ; 
Israel  He  chose  of  old,  and  still 
His  church  is  His  peculiar  joy. 

3.  The  Lord  Himself  will  judge  His  saints ; 

He  treats  His  servants  as  His  friends ; 
And  when  He  hears  their  sore  complaints, 
Repents  the  sorrows  that  He  sends. 

4.  Bless  Him.  all  ye  who  taste  His  love ; 

People  and  priests,  exalt  Llis  name ; 
Among  His  saints  He  ever  dwells ; 
His  church  is  His  Jerusalem. 


382.  C.  M.  Pratt's  Coll. 

SlXG  ALOUD  UNTO   GOD  OUP.   STEEXGTH.  —  Pi.  ?1  :  1. 

1.  To  God.  our  Strength,  your  voice  aloud, 
In  strains  of  glory  raise  ; 
High  to  Jehovah.  Jacob's  God, 
Exalt  the  notes  of  praise. 
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2.  Now  let  the  gospel  trumpet  blow 

On  each  appointed  feast. 
And  teach  His  waiting  church  to  know 
The  Sabbath's  sacred  rest. 

3.  This  was  the  statute  of  the  Lord 

To  Israel's  favored  race  ; 
And  yet  His  courts  preserve  His  word, 
And  there  we  wait  His  grace. 

4.  With  psalms  of  honor,  and  of  joy, 

Let  all  His  temples  ring ; 
Your  various  instruments  employ, 
And  songs  of  triumph  sing. 

383.  L.  M.  Watts. 

Blessed  abb  they  that  dwell  in  Thy  house.  — Ps.  84  :  4. 

1.  Great  God,  attend  while  Zion  sings 
The  joy  that  from  Thy  presence  springs  ; 
To  spend  one  day  with  Thee  on  earth 
Exceeds  a  thousand  days  of  mirth. 

2.  Might  I  enjoy  the  meanest  place 
Within  Thy  house,  O  God  of  grace, 
Not  tents  of  ease,  nor  thrones  of  power, 
Should  tempt  my  feet  to  leave  Thy  door. 

3.  God  is  our  Sun,  He  makes  our  day ; 
God  is  our  Shield,  He  guards  our  way 
From  all  the  assaults  of  hell  and  sin  ; 
From  foes  without  and  foes  within. 

4.  0  God.  our  King,  whose  sovereign  sway 
The  glorious  hosts  of  heaven  obey,  — 
And  devils  at  Thy  presence  flee,  — 
Blessed  is  the  man  that  trusts  in  Thee. 

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384.  L.  M.  Watts. 

O  God,  THOU  AM  mv  God:  eaely  will  I  sees  Thee.—  Pb. 

1.   Gbeat  God,  indulge  my  humble  claim; 
Thou  art  my  Hope,  my  Joy.  my  Rest; 
The  glories  that  compose  Thy  flame 

Stand  all  engaged  to  make  me  blessed. 

*2.  Thou  great  and  good.  Thou  just  and  wise, 
Thou  art  my  Father  and  my  God; 
And  I  am  Thine  by  sacred  ties. 

Thy  son.  Thy  servant,  bought  with  blood. 

3.  With  heart,  and  eyes,  and  lifted  hands, 

For  Thee  I  long,  to  Thee  I  look, 
A-  travellers  in  thirsty  lands 

Pant  for  the  cooling  water  brook. 

4.  With  early  feet  I  love  to  appear 

Among  Thy  saints,  and  seek  Thy  face ; 
Oft  have  I  .-ecu  Thy  glory  there. 

And  felt  the  power  of  sovereign  grace. 

5.  Til  lift  my  hands.  I'll  raise  my  voice. 

While  I  have  breath  to  pray  or  praise; 
This  work  shall  make  my  heart  rejoice, 
And  spend  the  remnant  of  my  days. 

385.  7s.  C.  Wesley. 

Cause  Thy  face  to  shine,  and  we  shall  ee  saved.  — Ts.  SO  :  3. 

1.   LlGHT  o\'  life,  seraphic  fire. 

Love  divine.  Thyself  impart ; 
Every  fainting  soul  inspire  : 
Shine  in  every  drooping  heart. 
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2.  Every  mournful  sinner  cheer, 

Scatter  all  our  guilty  gloom; 
Son  of  God,  appear,  appear ! 
To  Thy  human  temples  come. 

3.  Come  in  this  accepted  hour ; 

Bring  Thy  heavenly  kingdom  in ; 
Fill  us  with  Thy  glorious  power, 
Rooting  out  the  seeds  of  sin. 

4.  Nothing  more  can  we  require, 

We  will  covet  nothing  less ; 
Be  Thou  all  our  heart's  desire, 
All  our  joy  and  all  our  peace. 

•  DOXOLOGY. 

Sing  we  to  our  God  above, 
Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost, 

Praise  eternal  as  His  love  ; 

Praise  Him,  all  ye  heavenly  host. 

386.  8s,  7s,  &  4.  Pierpont. 

I>-  THE  MULTITUDE  OF   TlIY  MERCY  DEAE  ME.  — Ps.  CO:  13. 

1.  God  Almighty  and  All  Seeing, 

Holy  One,  in  whom  we  all 
Live,  and  move,  and  have  our  being, 
Hear  us  when  on  Thee  we  call ; 

Father,  hear  us, 
As  before  Thy  throne  we  fall. 

2.  Of  all  good  art  Thou  the  Giver ; 

Weak  and  wandering  ones  are  we ; 
Then  forever,  yea.  forever. 

In  Thy  presence  would  we  be ; 

0.  be  near  us. 
That  we  wander  not  from  Thee. 
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DOXOLOGY. 

Praise  the  Father,  Son,  and  Spirit 
For  election,  sovereign,  free  ; 

For  redeeming  love  and  merit ; 
For  renewing  sucli  as  we ; 

For  all  blessings 
Praise  the  glorious  One  in  Three. 

387.  L.  M.  Watts. 

Mr  SOUL  LOXGETH,  YEA,  EVEN  FAIXTETN,  FOR  THE  COURTS  OF  THE   LORD. 

Ps.  Hi  :  2. 

1.  How  pleasant,  how  divinely  fair, 

O  Lord  of  hosts,  Thy  dwellings  are ! 

With  long  desire  my  spirit  faints 

To  meet  the  assemblies  of  Thy  saints. 

2.  My  flesh  would  rest  in  Thine  abode ; 
My  panting  heart  cries  out  for  God ; 
My  God !  my  King !  why  should  I  be 
So  far  from  all  my  joys  and  Thee  ? 

3.  Blessed  are  the  saints  who  sit  on  high, 
Around  Thy  throne  of  majesty ; 

Thy  brightest  glories  shine  above, 
And  all  their  work  is  praise  and  love. 

4.  Blessed  are  the  souls  who  find  a  place 
Within  the  temple  of  Thy  grace ; 
There  they  behold  Thy  gentler  rays, 
And  seek  Thy  face,  and  learn  Thy  praise. 

5.  Blessed  are  the  men  whose  hearts  are  set 
To  find  the  way  to  Zion's  gate ; 

God  is  their  Strength,  and  through  the  road 
They  lean  upon  their  Helper,  God. 
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6.  Cheerful  they  walk,  with  growing  strength, 
Till  all  shall  meet  in  heaven  at  length ; 
Till  all  before  Thy  t'aee  appear, 
And  join  in  nobler  worship  there. 

388.  C.  M.  Watts. 

Let  is  make  a  joyful  >-oise  to  the  Rock  of  our  salvation.  —  Pfc 05  :  1. 

1.  Sing  to  the  Lord  Jehovah's  name, 

And  in  His  strength  rejoice ; 
When  I  lis  salvation  is  our  theme, 
Exalted  be  our  voice. 

2.  With  thanks  approach  His  awful  sight, 

And  psalms  of  honor  sing ; 
The  Lord's  a  God  of  boundless  might, 
The  whole  creation's  King. 

3.  Let  princes  hear,  let  angels  know 

How  mean  their  natures  seem ; 

Those  gods  on  high,  and  gods  below, 

When  once  compared  with  Him. 

4.  Earth,  with  its  caverns  dark  and  deep, 

Lies  in  His  spacious  hand ; 
He  fixed  the  seas  what  bounds  to  keep, 
And  where  the  hills  must  stand. 


Come,  and  with  humble  souls  adore  ; 

Come,  kneel  before  His  face ; 
O,  may  the  creatures  of  His  power 

Be  children  of  His  grace. 

Now  is  the  time ;  He  bends  His  ear, 

And  waits  for  your  request ; 
Come,  lest  He  rouse  His  wrath,  and  swear, 

K  Ye  shall  not  see  my  rest." 
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389.  lis  &  8s.       Montgomery. 

EXTEK   INTO   TIlS    GATES   WITH    Til AJtKSO  1  VIXu.  —  Fs.  | 

1.  Be  joyful  in  God.  all  ye  lands  of  the  earth ; 

( ).  serve  Him  with  gladness  and  fear ; 
Exult  in  His  presence  with  music  and  mirth ; 
With  love  and  devotion  draw  near. 

2.  For  Jehovah  is  God.  and  Jehovah  alone, 

Creator  and  Ruler  o'er  all ; 
And  we  are  His  people.  His  sceptre  we  own ; 
His  sheep,  and  we  follow  His  call. 

3.  O.  enter  His  gates  with  thanksgiving  and  song  ; 

Your  vows  in  His  temple  proclaim ; 
His  praise  with  melodious  accordance  prolong. 

And  bless  His  adorable  name. 

4.  For  good  is  the  Lord,  inexpressibly  good, 

And  we  are  the  work  of  His  hand : 
His  mercy  and  truth  from  eternity  stood, 
And  shall  to  eternity  stand. 

390.  L.  M.  Watts. 

O,  VISIT  ME  WITH  TlIY  S ALVaTIO".  —  Ts.  103 :  1. 

1.  Fab  from  my  thoughts,  vain  world,  begone : 
Let  my  religious  hours  alone  : 

Fain  would  my  eyes  my  Saviour  see  ; 
I  wait  a  visit,  Lord,  from  Thee. 

2.  My  heart  grows  warm  with  holy  lire. 

And  kindles  with  a  pure  desire  : 
Come,  my  dear  Jesus,  from  above. 
And  feed  my  soul  with  heavenly  love. 
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o.  Blest  Jesus,  what  delicious  fare  ! 
How  sweet  Thy  entertainments  are ! 
Never  did  angels  taste  above, 
Redeeming  grace  and  dying  love. 

4.  Hail,  great  Immanuel,  all  divine  ! 
In  Thee  Thy  Father's  glories  shine ; 
Thou  brightest,  sweetest,  fairest  One 
That  eyes  have  seen,- or  angels  known. 

391.  C.  M.  "Watts. 

TlIAT   I  MAY  DWELL   IN"  THE   HOUSE   OF   TIIE   LORD  ALL   TIIE   DAYS   OF  MY  LIFE 

ft.  27  :  4. 

1.  The  Lord  of  glory  is  my  Light, 

And  my  Salvation  too ; 
God  is  my  Strength ;  nor  will  I  fear 
What  all  my  foes  can  do. 

2.  One  privilege  my  heart  desires ; 

O,  grant  me  an  abode 
Among  the  churches  of  Thy  saints, 
The  temples  of  my  God. 

3.  There  shall  I  offer  my  requests, 

And  see  Thy  beauty  still ; 
Shall  hear  Thy  messages  of  love, 
And  there  inquire  Thy  will. 

4.  When  troubles  rise,  and  storms  appear, 

There  may  His  children  hide ; 
God  has  a  strong  pavilion,  where 
He  makes  my  soul  abide. 

5.  Now  shall  my  head  be  lifted  high 

Above  my  foes  around ; 
And  songs  of  joy  and  victory 
Within  Thy  temple  sound. 
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392.  L.  31.  Teesteegen. 

Tins  is  iron  OTIIER  BUT  THE  HOUSE  of  GoD.  —  Gen.2S:  17. 

1.  Lo,  God  is  here  !  let  us  adore. 

And  own  how  dreadful  is  this  place  ! 
Let  all  within  us  feel  His  power, 
And  silent  bow  before  His  faee. 

2.  Lo.  God  is  here  !   Him.  day  and  night, 

The  united  choirs  of  angels  sing ; 
To  Him.  enthroned  above  all  height. 

Heaven's  hosts  their  noblest  praises  bring. 

3.  Being  of  beings  !  may  our  praise 

Thy  courts  with  grateful  fragrance  fill ; 
Still  may  we  stand  before  Thy  fa 
Still  hear  and  do  Thy  sovereign  will. 

393.  L.  ML  Hebee. 

Hosaxxa.  — John  12  :  13. 

1.  Hosaxxa  to  the  living  Lord! 
Hosanna  to  the  incarnate  Word  ! 
To  Christ,  Creator.  Saviour,  King, 
Let  earth,  let  heaven,  hosanna  sing. 

2.  Hosanna.  Lord  !  Thine  angels  cry ; 
Hosanna.  Lord  !   Thy  saints  reply  : 
Above,  beneath  us.  and  around. 
The  dead  and  living  swell  the  sound. 

3.  0.  Saviour,  with  protecting  care, 
Eeturn  to  this.  Thy  house  of  prayer ; 
Assembled  in  Thy  sacred  name, 
Where  we  Thy  parting  promise  claim. 

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4.  But,  chiefest,  in  our  cleansed  breast, 
Eternal^  bid  Thy  Spirit  rest, 

And  make  our  secret  soul  to  be 
A  temple  pure,  and  worthy  Thee. 

5.  So,  in  the  last  and  dreadful  day. 
When  earth  and  heaven  shall  melt  away, 
Thy  flock,  redeemed  from  sinful  stain, 
Shall  swell  the  sound  of  praise  again. 


394. 


L.  M. 


Watts. 


The  Lord  lovetii  the  gates  of  Zion.  — Ps.  S7  :  2. 

1.   God  in  His  earthly  temple  lays 

Foundations  for  His  heavenly  praise ; 
He  likes  the  tents  of  Jacob  well, 
But  still  in  Zion  loves  to  dwell. 


2.  His  mercy  visits  every  house 

That  pays  its  night  and  morning  vows ; 
But  makes  a  more  delightful  stay 
Where  churches  meet  to  praise  and  pray. 

3.  When  God  makes  up  His  last  account 
Of  natives  in  His  holy  mount, 
'Twill  be  an  honor  to  appear 

As  one  new-born  or  nourished  there. 

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PUBLIC    WORSHIP;    CLOSING.  — THE 
SABBATH  AND  SANCTUARY. 

39.5.  7s.  S.  F.  Smith. 

When  the  evening  WAS  come,  He  was  theee  alone.—  Matt.  14  :  20. 

1.  Softly  fades  the  twilight  ray 
Of  the  hoi)-  Sabbath  day ; 
Gently  as  life's  setting  sun 

When  the  Christian's  course  is  run, 

2.  Night  her  solemn  mantle  spreads 
O'er  the  earth,  as  daylight  fades ; 
All  things  tell  of  calm  repose 
At  the  holy  Sabbath's  close. 

3.  Still  the  Spirit  lingers  near 
Where  the  evening  worshipper 
Seeks  communion  with  the  skies, 
Pressing  onward  to  the  prize. 

4.  Saviour,  may  our  Sabbaths  be 
Days  of  peace  and  joy  in  Thee, 
Till  in  heaven  our  souls  repose, 
Where  the  Sabbath  ne'er  shall  close. 

396.  L.  M.  Edmestox. 

Tite  time  of  the  evening  oblation. —  Dan.  9 :  21. 

1.  Sweet  is  the  light  of  Sabbath  eve, 

And  soft  the  sunbeams  lingering  there ; 
For  these  blest  hoars  the  world  I  leave, 
Wafted  on  wings  of  faith  and  prayer. 

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2.  The  time  how  lovely  and  how  still; 

Peace  shine-  and  smiles  on  all  below; 
The  plain,  the  stream,  the  wood,  the  hill, 
All  fair  with  evening's  setting  glow. 

3.  Season  of  rest !  the  tranquil  soul 

Feels  the  sweet  calm,  and  melts  to  love ; 
And  while  these  sacred  moments  roll, 
Faith  sees  the  smiling  heaven  above. 

4.  Nor  will  our  days  of  toil  be  long : 

Our  pilgrimage  will  soon  be  trod  ; 
And  we  shall  join  the  ceaseless  song. 
The  endless  Sabbath  of  our  God. 


397. 


8s  &  7s. 


O  THAT  TnOU  -VrOULDEST  BLESS   ME   IN'DEED.  —  1  Chron.  4  :  10. 

Lord,  dismiss  us  with  Thy  blessing ; 

Bid  us  now  depart  in  peace ; 
Still  on  heavenly  manna  feeding, 

Let  our  faith  and  love  increase. 
Fill  each  breast  with  consolation ; 

Up  to  Thee  our  hearts  we  raise ; 
When  we  reach  our  blissful  station, 

Then  we'll  give  Thee  nobler  praise. 


398. 


C.  M. 


Broytne. 


Increase  our  faith.  —  Luke  17  :  5. 

Frequent  the  day  of  God  returns 
To  shed  its  quickening  beams  ; 

And  yet  how  slow  devotion  burns, 
How  languid  are  its  flames. 
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2.  Accept  our  faint  attempts  to  love; 

Our  frailties,  Lord,  forgive  ; 
We  would  be  like  Thy  saints  above, 
And  praise  Thee  while  we  live. 

3.  Increase,  O  Lord,  our  faith  and  hope, 

And  lit  us  to  ascend 
Where  the  assembly  ne'er  breaks  up, 
The  Sabbaths  never  end  ;  — 

4.  "Where  we  shall  breathe  in  heavenly  air ; 

With  heavenly  lustre  .-hine ; 
Before  the  throne  of  God  appear, 
And  feast  on  love  divine. 


399.  L.  31.  Heber, 

THE  DESIEE   OF  THE  BIGHTEOUS   SHALL  EE   CEA.N'TED.  —  PrOV.  10  :  24. 

1.  Lord,  now  we  part  in  Thy  blest  name, 
In  which  we  here  together  came ; 
Grant  us  our  few  remaining  days 

To  work  Thy  will,  and  spread  Thy  praise. 

2.  Teach  us  in  life  and  death  to  bless 

The  Lord  our  Strength  and  Righteousness  ; 
And  grant  us  all  to  meet  above ; 
Then  shall  we  better  sing  Thy  love. 

400.  C.  31.  C.  Wesley. 

Theie  saceifices  shall  ee  accepted  upon  Mkn  altee.- Is.  SB :  "• 

1.  Eternal  Father.  God  of  love, 
To  Thee  our  hearts  we  raise  ; 
Thy  all-sustaining  power  we  prove, 
And  gladly  sing  Thy  praise. 
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PUBLIC    WORSHIP;    CLOSING. 

2.  Thine,  wholly  Thine,  O,  let  us  be ; 
Our  sacrifice  receive  : 
Made,  and  preserved,  and  saved  by  Thee, 
To  Thee  ourselves  we  give. 

Doxology. 

In  hope  to  join  the  angelic  host, 
And  all  the  ransomed  throng, 

To  Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost 
We  raise  the  Grateful  sons:. 


401. 


8s  &  7s. 


BlCKERSTETH. 


I  WILL  FEED  My  flock.  —  Ezek.  34  :  15. 

1.  Israel's  Shepherd,  guide  me,  feed  me, 

Through  my  pilgrimage  below, 
And  beside  the  waters  lead  me, 
Where  Thy  flock,  rejoicing,  go. 

2.  Lord,  Thy  guardian  presence  ever, 

Meekly  kneeling,  I  implore ; 
I  have  found  Thee,  and  would  never, 
Never  wander  from  Thee  more. 


402.  7s.  White. 

Whex  tiiey  iiad  suxg  a  HYMN  tiiey  wext  out.  —  Mark  14  :  26. 

1.  Christians,  brethren,  ere  we  part, 
Every  voice  and  every  heart 
Join,  and  to  our  Father  raise 

One  last  hymn  of  grateful  praise. 

2.  Though  we  here  should  meet  no  more, 
Yet  there  is  a  brighter  shore ; 
There,  released  from  toil  and  pain, 
There  we  all  may  meet  again. 

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3.  Now  to  Thee.  Thou  God  of  heaven, 
Be  eternal  glory  given  ; 
Grateful  for  Thy  love  divine. 
May  our  hearts  be  ever  Thine. 


403.  C  M.  Watts. 

Blessed  is  the  people  that  kxott  the  joyful  sou>-d.  —  Ps.  • 

1.  Blessed  are  the  souls  that  hear  and  know 

The  gospel's  joyful  sound  ; 
Peace  shall  attend  the  path  they  go, 
And  light  their  steps  surround. 

2.  Their  joy  shall  hear  their  spirits  up 

Through  their  Redeemer's  name ; 
His  righteousness  exalts  their  hope, 
Nor  Satan  dares  condemn. 

3.  The  Lord,  our  Glory  and  Defence, 

Strength  and  salvation  gives ; 
Israel,  thy  King  forever  reigns, 
Thy  God  forever  lives. 

404.  c.  M. 

Some  a  hl'xdeed  fold,  some  sixty  fold,  some  thiety  fold.  —  Mai 

1.  Almighty  God.  Thy  word  is  cast 
Like  seed  into  the  ground  ; 

Xow  let  the  dew  of  heaven  descend, 
And  righteous  fruits  abound. 

2.  Let  not  the  foe  of  Christ  or  man 
This  holy  seed  remove. 

But  give  it  root  in  every  heart, 
To  bring  forth  fruits  of  love. 
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3.  Let  not  the  world's  deceitful  cares 

The  rising  plant  destroy, 
But  let  it  yield,  a  hundred  fold, 
The  fruits  of  peace  and  joy. 

4.  Nor  let  Thy  word,  so  kindly  sent 

To  raise  us  to  Thy  throne, 
Return  to  Thee,  and  sadly  tell 
That  we  reject  Thy  Son. 

5.  Oft  as  Thy  precious  seed  is  sown, 

Thy  quickening  grace  bestow ; 
That  all,  whose  souls  the  truth  receive, 
Its  saving  power  may  know. 

405.  C.  ML  Watts. 

By  geace  aee  ye  saved  through  faith.  —  Eph.  2  :&. 

1.  Salvation  !  O.  the  joyful  sound ! 

'Tis  pleasure  to  our  ears ; 
A  sovereign  balm  for  every  wound, 
A  cordial  for  our  fears. 

2.  Buried  in  sorrow  and  in  sin, 

At  hell's  dark  door  we  lay ; 
But  we  arise  by  grace  divine, 
To  see  a  heavenly  day. 

o.  Salvation  !  let  the  echo  fly 
The  spacious  earth  around, 
While  all  the  armies  of  the  sky 
Conspire  to  raise  the  sound. 

Doxology. 

Let  God  the  Father,  and  the  Son, 

And  Spirit  be  adored, 
Where  there  are  works  to  make  him  known, 

Or  saints  to  love  the  Lord. 
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406.  8S,    7-.    &     is.  BUKDKK. 
The  God  of  love  and  peace  shall  be  with  roc.  —  2  Cor.  13  :  11. 

1.  Lord,  dismiss  us  with  Thy  blessing ; 

Fill  our  hearts  with  joy  and  peace  ; 

Let  us  each,  Thy  love  possessing, 
Triumph  in  redeeming  grace  : 

0,  reiresh  us, 
Travelling  through  this  wilderness. 

2.  Thanks  we  give,  and  adoration. 

For  Thy  gospel's  joyful  sound ; 
May  the  fruits  of  Thy  salvation 
In  our  hearts  and  lives  abound ; 

May  Thy  presence 
With  us  evermore  be  found. 

3.  Then,  whene'er  the  signal's  given 

Us  from  earth  to  call  av. 
Borne  on  angel'-  wings  to  heaven, 
Glad  the  summons  to  obey, 

May  we  ever 
Beign  with  Christ  in  endless  day. 

407.  8s  &  7s.  Newton. 

The  grace  of  tee  Lord  Jests  Citeist.  —  2  Cor.  13: 1-L 

1.  Mat  the  grace  of  Christ,  our  Saviour, 

And  the  Father's  boundless  love, 
With  the  Holy  Spirit's  favor, 
Rest  upon  us  from  above. 

2.  Thus  may  we  abide  in  union 

With  each  other  and  the  Lord, 
And  possess,  in  sweet  communion, 
Joys  which  earth  cannot  afford. 
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MAN    A    BEING. 

MAN   A  BEING.  — THE   SOUL. 

408.  C.  M.  Montgomery. 

"What  shall  a  man  give  in  exchange  for  his  soul  ?  — Mark  8:  37. 

1.  What  is  the  thing  of  greatest  price, 

The  whole  creation  round  ? 
That  which  was  lost  in  Paradise, 
That  which  in  Christ  is  found : 

2.  The  soul  of  man,  Jehovah's  breath, 

That  keeps  two  worlds  at  strife ; 
He'll  moves  beneath  to  work  its  death, 
Heaven  stoops  to  give  it  life. 

3.  God,  to  reclaim  it,  did  not  spare 

His  well-beloved  Son ; 
Jesus,  to  save  it,  deigned  to  bear 
The  sins  of  all  in  One. 

4.  And  is  this  treasure  borne  below 

In  earthly  vessels  frail  ? 
Can  none  its  utmost  value  know 
Till  flesh  and  spirit  fail? 

5.  Then  let  us  gather  round  the  cross, 

This  knowledge  to  obtain ; 
Not  by  the  soul's  eternal  loss, 
But  everlasting  gain. 

409.  S.  M.  Watts. 

WnAT  IS  MAN,  TTIAT  TnOU  ART  MINDFUL  OF  niM  ?  — Ps.  8  :  4. 

1.  O  Lord,  our  heavenly  King, 
Thy  name  is  all  divine  ; 
Thy  glories  round  the  earth  are  spread, 
And  o'er  the  heavens  they  shine. 
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2.  "When  I  survey  the  stars, 

And  all  their  shining  forms, 
Lord,  what  is  man.  that  worthless  thing, 
Akin  to  dust  and  worms  ? 

3.  Lord,  what  is  worthless  man. 

That  Thou  shouldst  love  him  so  ? 
Xext  to  Thine  angels  is  he  placed, 
And  lord  of  all  below. 

4.  How  rich  Thy  bounties  are, 

And  wondrous  are  Thy  ways ; 
Of  dust  and  worms  Thy  power  can  frame 
A  monument  of  praise. 


410.  L.  M.  Watts. 

The  Lokd  shall  guide  thee  coxtixually,  axd  satisfy  thy  soul. 

Is.  58  :  11. 

1.  Max  has  a  soul  of  vast  desires; 
He  burns  within  with  restless  fires ; 
Tossed  to  and  fro.  his  passions  fly 
From  vanity  to  vanity. 

2.  In  vain  on  earth  we  hope  to  find 
Some  solid  good  to  fill  the  mind  ; 
We  try  new  pleasures,  but  we  feel 
The  inward  thirst  and  torment  still. 

3.  So,  when  a  raging  fever  burns. 

We  shift  from  side  to  side  by  turns ; 

And  'tis  a  poor  relief  we  gain, 

To  change  the  place,  but  keep  the  pain. 

4.  Great  God,  subdue  this  vicious  thirst, 
This  love  to  vanity  and  dust ; 

Cure  the  vile  fever  of  the  mind, 
And  feed  our  souls  with  joys  refined. 
295 


MAX    A    SINNER. 

MAX   A    SIXXER.  —  CONDITION 
NATURE. 


BY 


411. 


L.  M. 


I  WAS    SIIAPEX    IX   INIQUITY.  —  Ps.  .'I  :  5. 


Watts. 


1.  Lord,  I  am  vile,  conceived  in  sin, 
And  born  unholy  and  unclean  ; 
Sprung  from  the  man  whose  guilty  fall 
Corrupts  the  race,  and  taints  us  all. 

2.  Soon  as  we  draw  our  infant  breath, 
The  seeds  of  sin  grow  up  for  death ; 
Thy  law  demands  a  perfect  heart ; 
But  we're  defiled  in  every  part. 

3.  Behold,  I  fall  before  Thy  face  ; 
Hy  only  refuge  is  Thy  grace  : 

No  outward  forms  can  make  me  clean ; 
The  leprosy  lies  deep  within. 

4.  No  bleeding  bird,  nor  bleeding  beast, 
Nor  hyssop  branch,  nor  sprinkling  priest, 
Nor  running  brook,  nor  flood,  nor  sea, 
Can  wash  the  dismal  stain  away. 

5.  Jesus,  my  God,  Thy  blood  alone 
Hath  power  sufficient  to  atone ; 

Thy  blood  can  make  me  white  as  snowr ; 
No  Jewish  types  could  cleanse  me  so. 


412. 


G  M. 


Steele. 


TnEY  THAT   ABB   »   THE   rLESTI   CAXXOT   PLEASE    GOD.  —  Rom.  8: 

1.  How  helpless  guilty  nature  lies, 
Unconscious  of  its  load  ; 
The  heart,  unchanged,  can  never  rise 
To  happiness  and  God. 
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2.  The  will  perverse,  the  passions  blind, 

In  paths  of  ruin  stray ; 
Reason,  debased,  can  never  find 
The  safe,  the  narrow  way. 

3.  Can  aught,  beneath  a  power  divine, 

The  stubborn  will  subdue  ? 
'Tis  Thine,  almighty  Saviour,  Thine 
To  form  the  heart  anew. 

4.  0,  ehange  these  wretched  hearts  of  ours, 

And  give  them  life  divine  ; 
Then  shall  our  passions  and  our  powers, 
Almighty  Lord,  be  Thine. 

413.  C.  M.  Watts. 

If  we  say  that  we  bate  .\o  six,  we  deceive  ourselves.  —  Uohn  1 :  S. 

1.  Sin,  like  a  venomous  disease, 

Infects  our  vital  blood  ; 
The  only  balm  is  sovereign  grace, 
And  the  Physician,  God. 

2.  Our  beauty  and  our  strength  are  fled, 

And  we  draw  near  to  death  ; 
But  Christ  the  Lord  recalls  the  dead 
With  His  almighty  breath. 

3.  Madness  by  nature  reigns  within, 

The  passions  burn  and  rage, 
Till  God's  own  Son,  with  skill  divine, 
The  inward  fire  assuage. 

4.  We  lick  the  dust,  we  grasp  the  wind, 

And  solid  good  despise  ; 
Such  is  the  folly  of  the  mind, 
Till  Jesus  makes  us  wise. 
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414. 


C.  M. 


Watts. 


The  be  is  no.ve  that  doetii  good,  no,  not  oxe.  — Roni.  3:  12. 

1.  Vain  are  the  hopes  the  sons  of  men 

On  their  own  works  have  built ; 
Their  hearts  by  nature  all  unclean, 
And  all  their  actions  guilt. 

2.  Let  Jew  and  Gentile  stop  their  mouths, 

Without  a  murmuring  word ; 
And  the  whole  race  of  Adam  stand 
Guilty  before  the  Lord. 

3.  In  vain  we  ask  God's  righteous  law 

To  justify  us  now, 
Since  to  convince  and  to  condemn 
Is  all  the  law  can  do. 

4.  Jesus,  how  glorious  is  Thy  grace ! 

When  in  Thy  name  we  trust, 

Our  faith  receives  a  righteousness 

That  makes  the  sinner  just. 


415. 


L.  M.  Moore. 


Witiiout  Me  ye  cast  do  xothixg.  —  John  15  :  5. 

1.  Like  morning,  when  her  early  breeze 
Breaks  up  the  surface  of  the  seas. 
That,  in  their  furrows,  dark  with  night, 
Her  hand  may  sow  the  seeds  of  light,  — 

2.  Thy  grace  can  send  its  breathings  o'er 
The  spirit  dark  and  lost  before ; 
And,  freshening  all  its  depths,  prepare 
For  truth  divine  to  enter  there. 


CONDITION    BY   NATURE. 

3.  Till  David  touched  his  sacred  lyre, 
In  silence  lay  the  unbreathing  wire  ; 
But  when  he  swept  its  chord.-  along, 
Then  angels  stooped  to  hear  the  song. 

4.  So  sleeps  the  soul,  till  Thou.  0  Lord, 
Shalt  deign  to  touch  its  lifeless  chord  ; 
Till,  waked  by  Thee,  its  breath  shall  rise 
In  music  worthy  of  the  skies. 

416.  CM.  Watts. 

Dead  in*  trespasses  axd  sixs.  — Eph.  2 :  1. 

1.  How  sad  our  state  by  nature  is ! 

Our  sin,  how  deep  it  stains  ! 
And  Satan  binds  our  captive  minds 
Fast  in  his  slavish  chains. 

2.  But  there's  a  voice  of  sovereign  grace 

Sounds  from  the  sacred  word ; 
"  Ho,  ye  despairing  sinners,  come, 
And  trust  upon  the  Lord." 

3.  My  soul  obeys  the  almighty  call, 

And  runs  to  this  relief; 
I  would  believe  Thy  promise,  Lord  ; 
O,  help  my  unbelief. 

4.  To  the  dear  fountain  of  Thy  blood, 

Incarnate  God,  I  fly  ; 
Here  let  me  wash  my  spotted  soul 
From  crimes  of  deepest  dye. 

5.  A  guilty,  weak,  and  helpless  worm, 

On  Thy  kind  arms  I  fall ; 
Be  Thou  my  Strength  and  Righteousness, 
My  Jesus,  and  my  All. 
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417. 


MAX    A    SINNER, 

C.  M. 


Watts. 


I  was  alive  without  the  law  oxce.  —  Rom.  7 :  9. 

1.  Lord,  how  secure  my  conscience  was, 

And  felt  no  inward  dread  ! 
I  was  alive  without  the  law, 

And  thought  my  sins  were  dead. 

2.  My  hopes  of  heaven  were  firm  and  bright ; 

But  since  the  precept  came 
With  a  convincing  power  and  light, 
I  find  how  vile  I  am. 

3.  My  guilt  appeared  but  small  before, 

Till  terribly  I  saw 
How  perfect,  holy,  just,  and  pure 
Was  Thine  eternal  law. 


4.  Then  felt  my  soul  the  heavy  load  ; 

My  sins  revived  again : 
I  had  provoked  a  dreadful  God, 
And  all  my  hopes  were  slain. 

5.  I'm  like  a  helpless  captive  sold, 

Under  the  power  of  sin  ; 
I  cannot  do  the  good  I  would, 
Nor  keep  my  conscience  clean. 

6.  My  God,  I  cry  with  every  breath 

For  some  kind  power  to  save. 
To  break  the  yoke  of  sin  and  death, 
And  thus  redeem  the  slave. 
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CONDITION"    BY   NATURE. 

418.  C.  It  Watts. 

The  fool  uatii  said  ix  his  iieaet,  Tiieee  is  no  God.  — Ps.  11:  l. 

1.  Fools,  in  their  hearts,  believe  and  say. 

"  That  all  religion's  vain  ; 
There  is  no  God  that  reigns  on  high, 
Or  minds  the  affairs  of  men." 

2.  From  thoughts  so  dreadfully  profane. 

Corrupt  discourse  proceeds  : 
And  in  their  impious  hands  are  found 
Abominable  deeds. 

8.  The  Lord,  from  His  celestial  throne. 
Looked  down  on  things  below. 
To  find  the  man  that  sought  His  grace. 
Or  did  His  justice  know. 

4.  By  nature  all  are  gone  astray. 

Their  practice  all  the  same  : 
There's  none  that  fears  his  Maker's  hand : 
There's  none  that  loves  His  name. 

5.  Their  tongues  are  used  to  speak  deceit, 

Their  slanders  never  cease  : 
How  swift  to  mischief  are  their  feet, 
Nor  know  the  paths  of  peace  ! 

6.  Such  seeds  of  sin.  that  bitter  root, 

In  every  heart  are  found  : 
Xor  can  they  bear  diviner  fruit 
Till  grace  refine  the  ground. 
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MAX   A   SINNER.— WARNINGS   AND 
INVITATIONS. 

419.  C    It  LTTS. 

7         7  I    TO   THE  WAZZL  I .  -  I 

1.  L  it  attend, 

A  : 

Ihe  trumpet 

With  an  inviting  \ 

2.  Ho,  all  ye  hung 

Th 

An  1  vainly  sta  .  earthly  : 

To  fill  an  em;  I 

3.  Etem  prepared 

A  90ul-  2  3t  : 

And  bids  your  longing  appel 
The  rich  pre  vte 

4.  Ho,  ye  thai  ; 

And  pine  away,  and  di 
Here  yon  may  quench  your  raging  thi] 
With  springs  i  dry. 

5.  REv  mercy,  hei 

In  a  ri  A    cean  join  ; 

.-.dance.  fl« 
Like  fl       -  .1  wine. 

6.  The  y  gates    f  gps       grace 

B 
Lord, 

b  wants  av    y. 

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WARNINGS    AND    INVITATIONS. 

420.  S.  M.  Doddridge. 

IIe  caeeth  for  you.  — 1  Pot.  5  :  7. 

1.  How"  gentle  God's  command-  ! 

How  kind  His  precepts  are  ! 
<;  Come,  cast  your  burdens  on  the  Lord, 
And  trust  His  constant  care." 

2.  While  Providence  supports. 

Let  .saints  securely  dwell ; 
That  hand  which  bears  all  nature  up, 
Shall  guide  His  children  well. 

3.  Why  should  this  anxious  load 

Press  down  your  weary  mind  ? 
Haste  to  your  heavenly  Father's  throne, 
And  sweet  refreshment  rind. 

4.  His  goodness  stands  approved 

Down  to  the  present  day ; 
I'll  drop  my  burden  at  His  feet, 
And  bear  a  song  away. 

421.  L.  BL  Watts. 

Mr  euede>-  IS  LIGHT.  —Matt.  11  :  SOL 

1.  "  Come  hither,  all  ye  weary  souls, 

Ye  heavy-laden  sinners,  come  ; 
I'll  give  you  rest  from  all  your  toils, 
And  raise  you  to  ^Sly  heavenly  home. 

2.  u  They  shall  find  rest  that  learn  of  3Ie  ; 

I'm  of  a  meek  and  lowly  mind ; 
But  passion  rages  like  the  sea. 
And  pride  is  restless  as  the  wind. 

3.  u  Blessed  is  the  man  whose  shoulders  take 

My  yoke,  and  bear  it  with  delight  ; 
My  yoke  is  easy  to  his  neck. 

Hy  grace  shall  make  the  burden  light." 
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Jesus,  we  come  at  Thy  command  ; 

With  faith,  and  hope,  and  humble  zeal, 
Resign  our  spirits  to  Thy  hand, 

To  mould  and  guide  us  at  Thy  will. 


422. 


Cs  &  4s. 


Sp.  Songs. 


To-day,  if  ye  will  hear  Uis  voice,  harden*  not  yotr  heakts. 

Ucb.  3  :  Li. 

1.  To-day  the  Saviour  calls  ! 

Ye  wanderers,  come ; 
O,  ye  benighted  souls, 
\Vhy  longer  roam  ? 

2.  To-day  the  Saviour  calls ! 

O,  listen  now ; 
Within  these  sacred  walls 
To  Jesus  bow. 

3.  To-day  the  Saviour  calls  ! 

For  refuge  i\y ; 
The  storm  of  vengeance  falls ; 
Ruin  is  nigh. 

4.  The  Spirit  calls  to-day  ! 

Yield  to  His  power ; 
O,  grieve  Him  not  away ; 
'Tis  mercy's  hour. 


423. 


Rippon's  Coll. 


My  peace  I  give  unto  you.  —  John  14:  27. 

Ye  that  in  these  courts  are  found, 
Listening  to  the  joyful  sound, 
Lost  and  helpless  as  ye  are. 
Sons  of  sorrow,  sin,  and  care, 
Glorify  the  King  of  kings, 
Take  the  peace  the  gospel  brings. 
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WARNINGS    AND    INVITATION-. 

2.  Turn  to  Christ  your  longing  eyes, 
View  His  bloody  sacrifice  ; 

vSee  through  Him  your  sins  forgiven, 
Pardon,  holiness,  and  heaven; 
Glorify  the  King  of  kings, 
Take  the  peace  the  gospel  brings. 

424.  L.    M.  D WIGHT. 
Shall  Tiiy  loving  kindness  be  declared  in  tite  crave  f—  Ps.  88:11. 

1.  While  life  prolongs  its  precious  light, 

Mercy  is  found,  and  peace  is  given ; 
But  soon,  ah,  soon  approaching  night 
Shall  blot  out  every  hope  of  heaven. 

2.  While  God  invites,  how  blessed  the  day ! 

How  sweet  the  gospel's  charming  sound ! 
Come,  sinners,  haste,  O,  haste  away, 
While  yet  a  pardoning  God.  He's  found. 

3.  Soon,  borne  on  time's  most  rapid  wing, 

Shall  death  command  you  to  the  grave, 
Before  His  bar  your  spirits  bring, 
And  none  be  found  to  hear  or  save. 

4.  In  that  lone  land  of  deep  despair, 

Xo  Sabbath's  heavenly  light  shall  rise  ; 
No  God  regard  your  bitter  prayer, 
Nor  Saviour  call  you  to  the  skies. 

425.  8s,  7s,  &  4. 

Take  My  yoke  upon  you.  —  Matt.  11 :  20. 

1.  Come,  ye  souls  by  sin  afflicted, 

Bowed  with  fruitless  sorrow  down, 
By  the  perfect  law  convicted, 
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MAN    A    SINNER. 

Through  the  cross  behold  the  crown ; 

Look  to  Jesi 
Mercy  flows  through  Him  alone. 

2.  Take  II  is  easy  yoke,  and  wear  it ; 

Love  will  make  obedience  sweet; 
Christ  will  give  you  .  to  bear  it, 

While  His  wisdom  guides  your  feet 

Safe  to  glory, 
Where  His  ransomed  captives  meet. 

3.  Sweet  as  home  to  pilgrims  weary, 

Light  to  newly-opened  e; 
Or  lull  springs  in  desert-  dreary, 
Is  the  rest  the  cross  supplies  ; 

All  who  taste  it 
Shall  to  rest  immortal  rise. 

4.  While  the  wounds  of  woe  are  healing, 

While  the  heart  is  all  resigned, 
*Tis  the  solemn  feast  of  feeling, 
Tis  the  Sabbath  of  the  mind  ; 

None  but  Jesus 
Can  the  broken  heart  upbind. 

5.  But  to  sing  the  rest  of  glory, 

Mortal  tongue-  far  short  must  fall ; 
Tongues  celestial  strive  to  reach  it, 

But  it  soars  beyond  them  all : 
Faith  believes  it.  hope  expects  it, 
Love  desires  it, 
But  it  overwhelms  them  all. 
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-126.  12s  &  8s.         s.  P.  Smith. 

TlIE    BABTSST   IS   TAST,   THE    SUMMER   Ifl    EXDEP,   AJTD   WE   ARE   X->T    SAVED. 

Jt-r.  - 

1.  When  the  harvest  is  past,  and  the  summer  is  gone, 

And  sermons  and  prayers  shall  be  <  ' 
When  the  beams  cease  to  break  of  the  blest  Sabbath 
morn. 
And  Jesus  invites  thee  no  more, — 

2.  When  the  rich  gale?  of  mercy  no  longer  shall  blow, 

The  gospel  no  mi  :lare, — 

Sinner,  how  canst  thou  bear  the  deep  wailing  of  woe, 
How  suffer  the  night  of  despair  ? 

3.  When  the  holy  have  gone  to  the  regions  of  peace, 

To  dwell  in  the  mansion  above.  — 
When  their  harmony  wakes,  in  the  fulness  of  bliss, 
Their  song  to  the  Saviour  of  love,  — 

4.  Say.  0  sinner,  that  livest  at  rest  and  secure, 

Who  fearest  no  trouble  to  come. 
Can  thy  spirit  the  swellings  of  sorrow  endure, 
Or  bear  the  impenitent's  doom  ? 

427.  8s  &  7s.  Montgomery. 

IS   THAT   DAY   THERE    SHALL  BE   A  FOUXTAIX   OPENED.  —  ZcCh.  13  :  1. 

1.  Come  to  Calvary's  holy  mountain. 

Sinners  ruined  by  the  fall ; 
Here  a  pure  and  healing  Fountain 
Flows  to  you,  to  me.  to  all. 

2.  Come,  in  sorrow  and  contrition. 

Wounded,  impotent,  and  blind ; 
Here  the  guilty,  free  remission. 
Here  the  troubled,  peace  may  find. 
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428. 


lie  that  drink-  shall  live  forever  ; 

Tis  a  soul-renewing  flood  ; 
God  is  faithful;   God  will  never 

Break  His  covenant  in  blood. 


3,  &  4.  Allex. 


LOED,  WKO   IIAT1I   BELIEVED   OLT.  KEPOKT  ?  —  John  12  :  03. 

1.  Sinners,  will  you  scorn  the  message 

Sent  in  mercy  from  above  ? 
Every  sentence.  O,  how  tender ! 
Every  line  is  full  of  love. 

Listen  to  it : 
Every  line  is  full  of  love. 

2.  Hear  the  heralds  of  the  gospel 

News  from  Zion's  King  proclaim, 
To  each  rebel  sinner  pardon. 
Free  forgiveness  in  His  name. 

How  important ! 
Free  forgiveness  in  His  name. 


S.  Tempted  souls,  they  bring  you  succor ; 
Fearful  hearts,  they  quell  your  fears; 
And  with  news  of  consolation. 
Chase  away  the  falling  tears : 

Tender  heralds 
Chase  away  the  falling  tears. 

4.  Who  hath  our  report  believed? 
Who  received  the  joyful  word? 
Who  embraced  the  news  of  pardon 
Offered  to  you  by  the  Lord? 

Can  you  slight  it  ? 
Offered  to  you  by  the  Lord. 
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5.  0.  ye  angels,  hovering  round  as, 
Waiting  spirits,  speed  your  way; 
Hasten  to  the  court  of  heaven, 
Tidings  bear  without  delay : 

Rebel  sinners 
Glad  the  message  will  obey. 

429.  S.  31.  Watts. 

He  gate  His  oxly  begotten*  Son*. —John  3:10. 

1.  Raise  your  triumphant  songs 

To  an  immortal  tune. 
Let  the  wide  earth  resound  the  deeds 
Celestial  Grace  has  done. 

2.  Sing  how  eternal  Love 

Its  chief  Beloved  chose, 

bid  Him  raise  our  wretched  race 
Frum  their  abyss  of  woes. 

3.  His  hand  no  thunder  bears  ; 

No  terror  clothes  His  brow; 
No  bolts  to  drive  our  guilty  souls 
To  fiercer  flames  below. 

4.  TVas  mercy  filled  the  throne, 

And  wrath  stood  silent  by. 
When  Christ  was  sent  with  pardons  down 
To  rebels  doomed  to  die. 

5.  Now,  -inner s.  dry  your  tears  ; 

Let  hopeless  sorrow  cease ; 

Bow  to  the  sceptre  of  His  love, 

And  take  the  offered  peace. 

G.  Lord,  we  obey  Thy  call ; 
TVe  lay  a  humble  claim 
To  the  salvation  Thou  hast  brought. 
And  love  and  praise  Thy  name. 
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DOXOLOGY. 

Ye  angels  round  the  throne. 
And  saints  that  dwell  below. 

Worship  the  Father,  love  the  Son, 
And  bless  the  Spirit  too. 


430.  C.  Bt  Heder. 

I  msow  that  Thou  wilt  bring  me  to  death.  — Job  30:23. 


1.  Beneath  our  feet,  and  o'er  our  head 
Is  equal  warning  given ; 
Beneath  us  lie  the  countless  dead, 
Above  us  is  the  heaven. 


2.  Death  rides  on  every  passing  breeze, 

He  lurks  in  every  flower ; 

Each  season  has  its  own  disease, 
Its  peril  every  hour. 

3.  Our  eyes  have  seen  the  rosy  light 

Of  youth's  soft  cheek  decay, 
And  fate  descend  in  sudden  night 
On  manhood's  middle  day. 

4.  Our  eyes  have  seen  the  steps  of  age 

Halt  feebly  towards  the  tomb  ; 
And  yet  shall  earth  our  hearts  engage, 
And  dreams  of  days  to  come  ? 

5.  Turn,  mortal,  turn;  thy  danger  know; 

Where'er  thy  foot  can  bread, 
The  earth  rings  hollow  from  below, 
And  warns  thee  of  her  dead. 

6.  Turn,  Christian,  turn ;  thy  sou!  apply 

To  truths  divinely  given  ; 
The  bones  that  underneath  thee  lie 
Shall  live  for  hell  or  heaven. 
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431.  ?S,  Xkwtox. 

Who  can  stand  before  His  indignation-  ?  —  Xahura  1 :  C. 

1.  Sin-Ver.  art  thou  still  secure  ? 

Wilt  thou  still  refuse  to  pray? 
Can  thy  heart  or  hands  endure 
In  the  Lord's  avenging  day  ? 

2.  See,  His  mighty  arm  is  bared  ; 

Awful  terrors  clothe  His  brow ; 

For  His  judgments  stand  prepared ; 

Thou  must  either  break  or  bow. 

3.  At  His  presence  nature  shakes ; 

Earth,  affrighted,  hastes  to  flee; 
Solid  mountains  melt  like  wax  : 
What  will  then  become  of  thee  ? 

4.  Who  His  advent  may  abide  ? 

You  that  glory  in  your  shame, 
Will  you  find  a  place  to  hide, 

When  the  world  is  wrapped  in  flame  ? 


432.  L.  ML  Watts. 

Whatsoever  tiiy  hand  findeth  to  do,  do  it  with  thy  might. 

EccL  B  :  lft 

1.  Life  is  the  time  to  serve  the  Lord. 
The  time  to  insure  the  great  reward ; 
And  while  the  lamp  holds  out  to  burn, 
The  vilest  sinner  may  return. 

2.  Life  is  the  hour  that  God  has  given 

To  escape  from  hell  and  fly  to  heaven,  — 
The  day  of  grace,  —  and  mortals  may 
Secure  the  blessings  of  the  day. 
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3.  The  living  know  that  they  must  die, 
But  all  the  dead  forgotten  lie ; 

Their  memory  and  their  sense  are  gone, 
Alike  unknowing  and  unknown. 

4.  Then  what  my  thoughts  design  to  do, 
My  hands,  with  all  your  might  pursue ; 
Since  no  device  nor  work  is  found, 
Nor  faith  nor  hope,  beneath  the  ground. 

5.  There  are  no  acts  of  pardon  passed 
In  the  cold  grave  to  which  we  haste  ; 
But  darkness,  death,  and  long  despair 
Reien  in  eternal  silence  there. 


433.  S.   M.  DOBELL. 

NOYT  IS  THE  ACCEPTED  TIME.  — 2  Cor.  6  :  2. 

1.  Now  is  the  accepted  time  ; 

Now  is  the  day  of  grace ; 
Now,  sinners,  come,  without  delay, 
And  seek  the  Saviour's  face. 

2.  Now  is  the  accepted  time  ; 

The  Saviour  calls  to-day; 
To-morrow  it  may  be  too  late  ; 
Then  why  should  you  delay  ? 

8.  Now  is  the  accepted  time ; 

The  gospel  bids  you  come ; 
And  every  promise  in  His  word 
Declares  there  yet  is  room. 
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WARNINGS    AND    INVITATIONS. 

434.  7s.  IIaweis. 

A>*D  I,  IF  I  BE   LIFTED    UP  FKOM   THE   EAF.TII,  YriLL   DKAW  ALL   >:  K  V    UXT   I    ME. 

Julin  12  :  32. 

1.  From  the  cross  uplifted  high, 
Where  the  Saviour  eloigns  to  die, 
What  melodious  sounds  we  hear, 
Bursting  on  the  ravished  ear ! 
Love's  redeeming  work  is  done ; 
Come  and  welcome,  sinner,  come. 

2.  Sprinkled  now  with  blood  the  throne, 
Why  beneath  thy  burdens  groan? 
On  My  pierced  body  laid, 

Justice  owns  the  ransom  paid  ; 
Bow  the  knee,  and  kiss  the  Son ; 
Come  and  welcome,  sinner,  come. 

3.  Spread  for  thee,  the  festal  board 
See  with  richest  bounty  stored ; 
To  thy  Fathers  bosom  pressed, 
Thou  shalt  be  a  child  confessed, 
Never  from  His  house  to  roam ; 
Come  and  welcome,  sinner,  come. 

4.  Soon  the  days  of  life  shall  end ; 
Lo.  I  come,  your  Saviour,  Friend, 
Safe  your  spirit  to  convey 

To  the  realms  of  endless  day, 

Up  to  My  eternal  home ; 

Come  and  welcome,  sinner,  come. 

435.  C.  M.  Doddridge. 

Except  te  repeat,  ye  shall  all  likewise  pef.ish.  —  Luke  13  :  3. 

1.  Kepent,  the  voice  celestial  cries  ; 
Xo  longer  dare  delay  ; 
The  wretch  that  scorns  the  mandate  dies, 
And  meets  a  fiery  day. 
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2.  Together  in  His  presence  bow, 

And  all  your  guilt  confess  ; 
Accept  the  offered  Saviour  now, 
Nor  trifle  with  the  grace. 

3.  Bow,  ere  the  awful  trumpet  sound, 

And  call  you  to  His  bar  ; 
For  mercy  knows  the  appointed  bound, 
And  turns  to  vengeance  there. 

4.  Amazing  love,  that  yet  will  call, 

And  yet  prolong  our  days  ; 
Our  hearts,  subdued  by  goodness,  fall, 
And  weep,  and  love,  and  praise. 


436,  L.  M.  Collyer. 

Haste  thee  ;  escape  tihtiiee.  —  Gen.  19  :  22. 

1.  Haste,  traveller,  haste !  the  night  comes  on, 
And  many  a  shining  hour  is  gone ; 

The  storm  is  gathering  in  the  west, 
And  thou  far  off  from  home  and  rest. 

2.  The  rising  tempest  sweeps  the  sky : 
The  rains  descend,  the  winds  are  high; 
The  waters  swell,  and  death  and  fear 
Beset  thy  path,  nor  refuge  near. 

3.  O,  yes  !  a  shelter  you  may  gain, 
A  covert  from  the  wind  and  rain ; 
A  hiding-place,  a  rest,  a  home, 

A  refuge  from  the  wrath  to  come. 

4.  Then  linger  not  in  all  the  plain  ; 
Flee  for  thy  life  ;  the  mountain  gain; 
Look  not  behind;  make  no  delay; 
O,  speed  thee,  speed  thee  on  thy  way. 

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"WARNINGS    AND    INVITATIONS. 

437.  C.  M.  Medley. 

WlIOSOEYXB  WILL,  LET   HIM   TAKE    THE    WATJEB   OF   LIFE    FREELY.  —  Rev.  22  I   17. 

1.  0,  WHAT  amazing  words  of  grace 

Are  in  the  gospel  found ! 
Suited  to  every  sinner's  case, 
Who  knows  the  joyful  sound. 

2.  Poor,  sinful,  thirsty,  fainting  souls 

Are  freely  welcome  here  ; 
Salvation  like  a  river  rolls. 
Abundant,  free,  and  clear. 

3.  Come,  then,  with  all  your  wants  and  wounds, 

Your  every  burden  bring ; 
Here  love,  unchanging  love,  abounds,  — 
A  deep,  celestial  spring. 

4.  Whoever  will  —  O,  gracious  word  !  — 

Shall  of  this  stream  partake ; 
Come,  thirsty  souls,  and  bless  the  Lord 
And  drink  for  Jesus'  sake. 

5.  Millions  of  sinners,  vile  as  you, 

Have  here  found  life  and  peace ; 
Come,  then,  and  prove  its  virtues  too, 
And  drink,  adore,  and  bless. 

438.  L.  M.  Epis.  Coll. 

Cast  thy  bubdex  upon  the  Lokd.-Ps.5o:  22. 

1.  Peace,  troubled  soul,  whose  plaintive  moan 
Hath  taught  each  scene  the  note  of  woe ; 
Cease  thy  complaint,  suppress  thy  groan, 

And  let  thy  tears  forget  to  flow ; 
Behold,  the  precious  balm  is  found, 
To  lull  thy  pain  and  heal  thy  wound. 
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Come,  freely  come,  by  sin  oppressed, 
On  Jesus  cast  thy  weighty  loud ; 

In  Him  thy  refuge  find,  thy  rest, 
Safe  in  the  mercy  of  thy  God ; 

Thy  God's  thy  Saviour ;  glorious  word ! 

O,  hear,  believe,  and  bless  the  Lord. 


439. 


12s 


Thoexet. 


Escape  to  the  mountain-.  —  Gen.  19  :  17. 

1.  The  voice   of  free   grace  cries,  "Escape  to  the 

mountain ! " 
For  Adam's  lost  race  Christ  hath  opened  a  fountain ; 
For  sin  and  uncleanness,  and  every  transgression, 
His  blood  flows  so  freely  in  streams  of  salvation. 
Chorus.     Hallelujah  to  the  Lamb,  who  has  bought  us 
a  pardon ; 
We'll  praise  Him  again  when  we  pass  over 
Jordan. 

2.  Ye  souls  that  are  wounded,  to  the  Saviour  repair ; 
IVow  He  calls  you  in  mercy ;  and  can  you  forbear  ? 
Though  your  sins  are  increased  as  high  as  a  moun- 
tain, 

His  blood  can  remove  them ;    it  flows  from  the 
fountain. 

3.  Now  Jesus,  our  King,  reigns  triumphantly  glorious ; 
O'er  sin,  death,  and  hell  He  is  more  than  victorious ; 
With  shouting  proclaim  it ;  O,  trust  in  His  passion ; 
He  saves  us  most  freely ;  O,  precious  salvation ! 

4.  When  on  Zion  we  stand,  having  gained  the  blest 

shore, 
With  our  harps  in  our  hands,  we  will  praise  Him  the 

more ; 
We'll  range  the  sweet  plains  on  the  bank  of  the  river, 
And  sing  of  salvation  forever  and  ever. 
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440.  L.  M.  Scott. 

I  MADE   HASTE,   AXD  DELAYED  XOT.  —  Ts.  110  : 

1.  Hasten.  0  sinner,  to  be  wise, 

And  stay  not  for  the  morrow's  sun ; 
The  longer  wisdom  you  despise, 
The  harder  is  she  to  be  won. 

2.  0.  hasten,  sinner,  to  return. 

And  stay  not  for  the  morrow's  sun, 
For  fear  thy  lamp  should  fail  to  burn, 
Before  the  needful  work  is  done. 

3.  O.  hasten,  sinner,  to  be  blessed. 

And  stay  not  for  the  morrow's  sun, 
For  fear  the  curse  should  thee  arrest 
Before  the  morrow  is  begun. 

4.  0  Lord,  do  Thou  the  sinner  turn ; 

[Now  rouse  him  from  his  senseless  state; 

0.  let  him  not  Thy  counsel  spurn, 
Xor  rue  his  fatal  choice  too  late. 

441.  7s.  Epis.  Coll. 

.>:e,tiiou  that  sleepest.—  Eph.  5  :  14. 

1.  Sinner!  rouse  thee  from  thy  sleep; 
"Wake,  and  o'er  thy  folly  weep ; 
Raise  thy  spirit,  dark  and  dead ; 
Jesus  waits  His  light  to  shed. 

2.  Wake  from  sleep,  arise  from  death. 
See  the  bright  and  living  path; 
Watchful  tread  that  path  :  be  wise  ; 
Leave  thy  folly,  seek  the  skies. 

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3.  Leave  thy  folly,  cease  from  crime  ; 
From  this  hour  redeem  thy  time  ; 
Life  secure  without  delay  ; 

Evil  is  the  mortal  day. 

4.  Be  not  blind  and  foolish  still ; 
Called  of  Jesus,  learn  His  will ; 
Jesus  calls  from  death  and  night, 
Jesus  waits  to  shed  His  light. 

442.  L.  M.  Watts- 

Joy  shall  ee  in  heaven  over  one  sixxer  that  repexteth.  — Luke  15 :  J 

1.  Who  can  describe  the  joys  that  rise 
Through  all  the  courts  of  paradise, 
To  see  a  prodigal  return, 

To  see  an  heir  of  glory  born  ? 

2.  With  joy  the  Father  doth  approve 
The  fruit  of  His  eternal  love ; 

The  Son  with  joy  looks  down  and  sees 
The  purchase  of  His  agonies. 

3.  The  Spirit  takes  delight  to  view 
The  holy  soul  He  formed  anew ; 
And  saints  and  angels  join  to  sing 
The  growing  empire  of  their  King. 

443.  8$,  7s,  &  4.  Reed. 

Let  iiim  retfrx  uxto  the  Lord,  axt>  He  will  have  mercy  rrox  niM. 

Is.  oo  :  7. 

1.  Listen,  sinner!  Mercy  hails  you; 
With  her  sweetest  voice  she  calls  ; 
Bids  you  hasten  to  the  Saviour, 
Ere  the  hand  of  Justice  falls ; 

Listen,  sinner ! 
'Tis  the  voice  of  Mercy  calls. 
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2.  See  the  storm  of  vengeance  gathering 

•  the  path  you  dare  to  tread; 
Hark !  the  awful  thunders  rolling 
Loud  and  louder  o'er  your  head ; 

Tarry,  sinner ! 
Lest  the  lightning-  strike  you  dead. 

3.  Haste,  ah.  hasten  to  the  Saviour  ! 

Sue  His  mercy  ^vhile  you  may; 
Soon  the  day  of  grace  is  over, 
Soon  your  life  will  pass  away ; 

Hasten,  sinner! 
You  must  perish  if  you  stay. 

444.  C.  P.  VL  Hastings. 

Who  nAin  waexed  you  to  flee  rr.o:i  tiie  wrath  to  come  ?  —  Luke  G  .-  7. 

1.  That  warning  voice.  O  sinner,  hear  ; 
And  while  salvation  lingers  near. 

The  heavenly  call  obey ; 
Flee  from  destruction's  downward  path. 
Flee  from  the  threatening  storm  of  wrath 

That  rises  o'er  thy  way. 

2.  Soon  night  comes  on,  with  thickening  shade  ; 
The  tempest  hovers  o'er  thy  head. 

The  winds  their  fury  pour  : 
The  lightnings  rend  the  earth  and  skies, 
The  thunders  roar,  the  flames  arise  ; 

What  terrors  fill  that  hour ! 

3.  That  warning  voice,  0  sinner,  hear, 
Whose  accents  linger  on  thine  ear ; 

Thy  footsteps  now  retrace  ; 
Renounce  thy  sins,  and  be  forgiven  ; 
Believe,  become  an  heir  of  heaven, 

And  sing  redeeming  grace. 
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445. 


II.  31. 


C.  Wesley. 


TlIEX    SHALT   TIIOU   CAUSE    THE   TKUMl'ET   OF   TTIE  JUEILEE    TO    SOUND. 

Lcr.  -1  :  'J. 

1.  Blow  ye  the  trumpet,  blow, 

The  gladly  solemn  sound ; 
Let  all  the  nations  know, 

To  earth's  remotest  bound, 
The  year  of  jubilee  is  come ; 
Return,  ye  ransomed  sinners,  home. 

2.  Jesus,  our  great  High  Priest, 

Hath  full  atonement  made ; 
Ye  weary  spirits,  rest ; 

Ye  mournful  souls,  be  glad ; 
The  year  of  jubilee  is  come ; 
Return,  ye  ransomed  sinners,  home. 

3.  Extol  the  Lamb  of  God, 

The  all-atoning  Lamb ; 
Redemption  in  His  blood 

Throughout  the  world  proclaim ; 
The  year  of  jubilee  is  come ; 
Return,  ye  ransomed  sinners,  home. 

4.  Ye  slaves  of  sin  and  hell, 

Your  liberty  receive, 
And  safe  in  Jesus  dwell, 
And  blessed  in  Jesus  live ; 
The  year  of  jubilee  is  come  ; 
Return,  ye  ransomed  sinners,  home. 

5.  Ye  who  have  sold  for  nought 

Your  heritage  above, 
Shall  have  it  back  unbought, 
The  gift  of  Jesus'  love ; 
The  year  of  jubilee  is  come ; 
Return,  ye  ransomed  sinners,  home. 
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G.  The  gospel  trumpet  hear,  — 

The  news  of  heavenly  grace ; 
And,  saved  from  earth,  appear 
Before  your  Saviour's  face ; 
The  year  of  jubilee  is  come  ; 
Return,  ye  ransomed  sinners,  home. 

446.  7s  &  Gs.  S.  F.  Smith. 

The  night  cometii.  —  John  9  :  4. 

1.  Dark  brood  the  heavens  o'er  thee ; 

Black  clouds  are  gathering  last ; 
In  awful  power  thy  God  has  come ; 
Thy  days  of  mirth  are  past. 

2.  Dark  brood  the  heavens  o'er  thee ; 

Red  flames  are  bursting  round ; 
Bright  lightnings  Hash,  loud  thunders  roar ; 
How  shakes  the  trembling  ground ! 

3.  Dark  brood  the  heavens  o'er  thee ; 

Behold,  the  Judge  appears  : 
Unnumbered  millions  throng  around, 
Raised  from  the  dust  of  years. 

4.  Dark  brood  the  heavens  o'er  thee ; 

Sinner,  behold  thy  doom  ! 
Destruction  opens  wide  for  thee 
Thy  chosen,  final  home. 

5.  Yet  stay ;  the  vision  lingers  ; 

Why,  sinner,  wilt  thou  die  ? 
Dark  brood  the  heavens,  but  mercy  waits  — 
This  hour  to  Jesus  fly, 
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447.  S.  If.  Ens.  Coll. 

The  Spip.it  and  the  eeide  say,  Come.  —  Rev.  22  :  17. 

1.  The  Spirit,  in  our  heart-. 
Is  whispering,  i%  Sinner,  come;" 

The  bride,  the  church  of  Christ,  proclaims 

To  all  His  children,  Come. 

2.  Let  him  that  heareth  say 
To  all  about  him.  Come ! 

Let  him  that  thirsts  for  righteousness 
To  Christ,  the  Fountain,  come. 

3.  Yes,  whosoever  will, 
O,  let  him  freely  come, 

And  freely  drink  the  stream  of  life : 
'Tis  Jesus  bids  him  come. 

4.  Lo,  Jesus,  who  invi: 
Declares,  ;i  I  quickly  come  ; " 

Lord,  even  so ;  I  wait  Thy  hour ; 
Jesus,  my  Saviour,  come  ! 

448.  L.  M.  Watts. 

Bf.oad  is  the  vtxy  that  leadetii  to  destruction. —  Matt.  7  :  E3L 

1.  Broad  is  the  road  that  leads  to  death, 
And  thousands  walk  together  there ; 
But  wisdom  shows  a  narrow  path, 
With  here  and  there  a  traveller. 


2.  "Deny  thyself,  and  take  thy  en     ."' 
Is  the  Redeemers  great  command; 
Nature  must  count  her  gold  but  d 

If  she  would  gain  this  heavenly  land. 
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3.  Lord,  let  not  .all  my  hopes  be  vain ; 
Create  my  heart  entirely  new  — 

"Which  hypocrites  could  ne'er  attain, 
Which  false  apostates  never  knew. 


449.  I  3.  Barbauld. 

Come  u.vto  Me,  all  ye  that  labob  axd  are  heavy  laden.  — Matt.  U  :  28. 

1.  Come,  said  Jesus'  sacred  voice. 

Come,  and  make  My  paths  your  choice ; 
I  will  guide  you  to  your  home  ; 
Weary  pilgrim,  hither  come. 

2.  Sinner,  come ;  for  here  is  found 
Balm  that  flows  for  every  wound; 
Peace  that  ever  shall  endure ; 
Rest  eternal,  sacred,  sure. 

450-  8s  &  7s. 

Ask  axd  it  shall  ee  given  you:  seek  and  ye  shall  find.  —  Matt,  7  :  7. 

1.  Hark!  the  gospel  trumpet's  sounding; 

Sinners,  hear  the  joyful  call ; 
Christ,  in  pardoning  love  abounding, 
Offers  liberty  to  all. 

2.  Though  your  crimes  have  reached  to  heaven, 

And  of  deepest  dye  appear. 
Ask,  and  they  shall  be  forgiven  ; 
Seek,  and  you  shall  find  Him  near. 

3.  Cast  your  load  of  guilt  behind  you ; 

To  the  Lord  for  mercy  flee ; 
Though  the  strongest  fetters  bind  you, 
His  salvation  makes  you  free. 
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451. 


-    M 


IIyi>e. 


E 

1.  And  canst  thou,  sinner,  slight 
T       call  of  love  divine  r 
Shall  God.  with  tenderness  invi:  . 
And  gain  no  thought  ofthi] 

'2.  Wilt  thou  not  o 

Tl      S   irit  from  thy  breast, 

1 

^    '..       thy  sins 

S.  To-day.  a  pardoning  God 

Will  hear  the  suppliant  pray  : 
To-d  Saviour's  cleansing  blood 

Will  wash  thy  guilt  away. 

4.  But  grace  so  dearly  :. 
If  yet  thou  wilt 
Thy  fearful  doom,  with 
Will 


452. 


lis 


Sacked  Songs. 


D f.i.  ay  nor.  delay  not  :  0  sinner,  draw  near  : 
The  wat<  rs  of  life  are  now  flow;  e  ; 

No  pri  landed;  the  Saviour  is  h 

Redemption  is  purchased,  salvation  is  free. 

Delay  not.  delay  not :  why  long 

The  low-  and  compassion  of  Jesus,  thy  God? 
A  four.'   in  is  I :  how  canst  thou  r 

To  wash  j  ansedinB  loodf 

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8.  Delay  not,  delay  not,  O  sinner,  to  come  !  • 

For  Mercy  still  lingers  and  calls  thee  to-day: 
Her  voice  is  not  heard  in  the  shades  of  the  tomb; 
Her  message,  unheeded,  will  soon  pass  away. 

4.  Delay  not,  delay  not;  the  hour  is  at  hand; 

The  earth  shall  dissolve,  and  the  heavens  shall 
fade  ; 
The  dead,  small  and  great,  in  the  judgment  shall 
stand  ; 
What  power  then,  O  sinner,  shall  lend  thee  its  aid  ? 

453.  S.  M.  Doddridge. 

Tiie  TIME  is  short. —  1  Cor.  7  :  29. 

1.  To-morro"\v,  Lord,  is  Thine, — 

Lodged  in  Thy  sovereign  hand; 
And  if  its  sun  arise  and  shine, 
It  shines  by  Thy  command. 

2.  The  present  moment  flies, 

And  bears  our  life  away ; 
O,  make  Thy  servants  truly  wise, 
That  they  may  live  to-day. 

3.  Since,  on  this  winged  hour, 

Eternity  is  hung, 
Waken  by  Thine  almighty  power, 
The  aged  and  the  young. 

4.  One  thing  demands  our  care  ; 

O,  be  it  still  pursued, 
Lest,  slighted  once,  the  season  fair 
Should  never  be  renewed. 

5.  To  Jesus  may  we  fly, 

Swift  as  the  morning  light, 
Lest  life's  young  golden  beams  should  die, 
In  sudden,  endless  night. 
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454.  C.  M.  Steel 

All  things  ABE  VOW  ready.  — Luke  14  :  17. 

1.  Ye  wretched,  hungry,  starving  poor, 

Behold  a  royal  feast, 
Where  Mercy  spreads  her  bounteous  store 
For  every  humble  guest. 

2.  See,  Jesus  stands  with  open  arms ; 

He  calls,  He  bids  you  come  ; 
Guilt  holds  you  back,  and  fear  alarms ; 
But  see,  there  yet  is  room  ! 

3.  Room  in  the  Saviour's  bleeding  heart ; 

There  love  and  pity  meet ; 

Nor  will  He  bid  the  soul  depart 

That  trembles  at  His  feet. 

4.  In  Him,  the  Father  reconciled, 

Invites  your  souls  to  come  ; 

The  rebel  shall  be  called  a  child, 

And  kindly  welcomed  home. 


455.  S.   M.  MONTGOMER 

Ye  aee  not  as  yet  come  to  the  rest.  —  Deut.  12  :  9. 

1.  O,  where  shall  rest  be  found,  — 

Rest  for  the  weary  soul  ? 
'Twere  vain  the  ocean  depths  to  sound, 
Or  pierce  to  either  pole. 

2.  The  world  can  never  giv6 

The  bliss  for  which  we  sigh  ; 
'Tis  not  the  whole  of  life  to  live, 
Nor  all  of  death  to  die. 
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Beyond  this  vale  of  tears 

There  is  a  life  above. 
Unmeasured  by  the  flight  of  years  ; 

And  all  that  life  is  love. 

There  is  a  death  whose  pane: 
Outlasts  the  fleeting  breath  ; 

O,  what  eternal  horrors  hang 
Around  the  second  death  ! 

Lord  God  of  truth  and  grace, 
Teach  us  that  death  to  shun, 

Lest  we  be  banished  from  Thy  face, 
And  evermore  undone. 


456.  L.  M.  Watts. 

Blessed  is  the  max  xn.vx  iiearetii  Me.  — Prov.  S:  34. 

1.  Thus  saith  the  wisdom  of  the  Lord,  — 

u  Blessed  is  the  man  that  hears  My  word  ; 
Keeps  daily  watch  before  My  gates, 
And  at  My  feet  for  mercy  waits. 

2.  "  The  soul  that  seeks  Me  shall  obtain 
Immortal  wealth,  and  heavenly  gain ; 
Immortal  life  is  his  reward  ; 

Life,  and  the  favor  of  the  Lord.'' 


457.  L.  M.  Hyde. 

A  still  small  toice.  — 1  Kings  E)  :  12. 

1.  Say,  sinner,  hath  a  voice  within 
Oft  whispered  to  thy  secret  soul, 
L'rged  thee  to  leave  the  ways  of  sin, 
And  yield  thy  heart  to  God's  control  ? 
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Hath  something  met  thee  in  the  path 

Of  world liness  and  vanity, 
And  pointed  to  the  coming  wrath, 

And  warned  thee  from  that  wrath  to  flee  ? 

Sinner,  it  was  a  heavenly  voice  ; 

It  was  the  Spirit's  gracious  call ; 
It  bade  thee  make  the  better  choice, 

And  haste  to  seek  in  Christ  thine  all- 
Spurn  not  the  call  to  life  and  light ; 

Regard  in  time  the  warning  kind ; 
That  call  thou  mayst  not  always  slight, 

And  yet  the  gate  of  mercy  find. 


458. 


7s. 


C.  Elizabeth. 


Evil  puesueth  sinners  ;  but  to  the  righteous  good  shall  bb  rei\ue 

Prov.  13  :  21. 

1.  Worldling,  what  hast  thou  to  show 
Like  the  joys  believers  know  ? 

Is  thy  path  of  fading  flowers 
Half  so  bright,  so  sweet,  as  ours  ? 

2.  Doth  a  skilful,  healing  Friend 
On  thy  daily  steps  attend  ? 

And  where  thorns  and  stings  abound 
Shed  a  balm  on  every  wound  ? 

3.  When  the  tempests  roar  on  high, 
Hast  thou  still  a  Refuge  nigh  ? 
Can,  O  can  thy  dying  breath 
Summon  One  more  strong  than  death  ? 

4.  Worldling,  when  wilt  thou  be  wise  ? 
What  though  faithless  fools  despise  ? 
We  have  treasures,  honors,  bliss ; 
God  is  ours,  and  all  things  His. 

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AW.  1    s,   B,  fc  4s. 


1.  Child  of  sin  and  sorrow,  filled  with  dismay, 
Walt  not  for  to -mo.  -  lay; 

II     ven  bids  tb 
While  yet  there's  room ; 
Child  of  sin  and  so:  I 
Hear  and  oh 

£.  Child  of  sin  and  sorrow,  why  wilt  thou  di 

Come,  while  thou  canst  borrow  help  from  on  high  : 
Grieve  not  that  k 
Whfch  from  above  — 
Child  of  sin  and  sorrow  — 
Would  bring  thee  nigh. 

3.  Child  of  sin  and  sorrow,  where  wilt  thou  flee  ? 

Through  that  long  to-morrow,  eten 
Exiled  from  home. 
Darkly  to  roam  : 
Child  of  sin  and  sc  i 
Where  wilt  thou  fl 

lild  of  sin  and  sorrow,  lift  up  thine 
Heirship  thou  canst  borrow  in  worlds  on  high  ! 
In  that  high  home, 
Gravrii  thy  name : 
Child  of  sin  and  sorrow, 
Swift  homeward  fly, 

460.  C.  It  Cheever. 

THEEE   IS   A  TTAY   THAT    5EEM.ETH   EIGHT    B 

1.  There  i-  a  way  that  seemeth  right ; 
The  steps  go  on  with  eas    ; 
And  conscience  slumbers  while  the  soul 
Forsakes  the  path  of  peace. 
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2.  There  is  a  way  that  leads  to  death,  — 

God  hath  the  warning  given ; 
And  multitudes  pursue  that  way, 

Still  dreaming  on  of  heaven. 

3.  Then  let  me  tremble  at  the  word 

That  shows  this  danger  nigh ; 
And  wake,  and  pray,  and  keep  the  path, 
That  leads  to  joys  on  high. 

4.  For  God  will  teach  the  eontrite  mind 

The  way  of  death  to  shun  ; 
He  ne'er  will  leave  a  praying  soul 
By  sin  to  be  undone. 

461.  H.  M.  Boden. 

Yet  there  is  room.  —  Luke  14  :  22. 

1.  Ye  dying  sons  of  men, 

Immerged  in  sin  and  woe, 
The  gospel's  voice  attend, 

While  Jesus  sends  to  you : 
Ye  perishing  and  guilty,  come ; 
In  Jesus'  arms  there  yet  is  room. 

2.  No  longer  now  delay, 

Nor  vain  excuses  frame ; 
He  bids  you  come  to-day, 

Though  poor,  and  blind,  and  lame : 
All  things  are  ready,  sinner,  come, 
For  every  trembling  soul  there's  room. 

3.  Believe  the  heavenly  word 

His  messengers  proclaim  ; 
He  is  a  gracious  Lord, 

And  faithful  is  His  name  : 
Backsliding  souls,  return  and  come ; 
Cast  off  despair,  there  yet  is  room. 
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4.  Compelled  by  bleeding  Love, 

Ye  wandering  sheep,  draw  near ; 
Christ  calls  you  from  above, 
His  charming  accents  hear  ! 

Let  whosoever  will  now  come  ; 

In  Mercy's  breast  there  still  is  room. 

462.  lis.  Knox. 

Acquaint  xovr  thyself  with  Him,  and  be  at  peace.  — Job  22:  21. 

1.  Acquaint  thee.  0  mortal,  acquaint  thee  with  God, 
And  joy,  like  the  sunshine,  shall  beam  on  thy  road ; 
And  peace,  like  the  dewdrop.  shall  fall  on  thy  head, 
And  sleep,  like  an  angel,  shall  visit  thy  bed. 

2.  Acquaint  thee,  O  mortal,  acquaint  thee  with  God, 
And  He  shall  be  with  thee  when  fears  are  abroad ; 
Thy  Safeguard  in  danger  that  threatens  thy  path; 
Thy  Joy  in  the  valley  and  shadow  of  death. 

463.  L.  M.  Gregg. 

Behold,  I  stant)  at  the  door  axd  knock.  —  Rev.  3:  20. 

1.  Behold  the  Saviour  at  thy  door ! 

He  gently  knocks,  has  knocked  before ; 
Has  waited  long,  is  waiting  still,  — 
You  treat  no  other  friend  so  ill. 

2.  O,  lovely  attitude  !  He  stands 

TTith  melting  heart,  and  outstretched  hands  ; 
O.  matchless  kindness  !  and  He  shows 
This  matchless  kindness  to  His  foes. 

3.  Admit  Him ;  for  the  human  breast 
Ne'er  entertained  so  kind  a  guest : 
Admit  Him ;  or  the  hour's  at  hand, 
When  at  His  door  denied  you'll  stand. 

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4.  "  Open  my  heart,  Lord,  enter  in  ; 
Slay  every  foe,  and  conquer  sin  : 
I  now  to  Thee  my  all  resign, 
My  body,  soul,  and  all  are  Thine." 


464.  L.  M.  Collyer. 

Return  uxto  Me.  —  Mai.  3  :  7. 

1.  Return,  O  wanderer,  return, 

And  seek  an  injured  Father's  face  ; 
Those  new  desires  that  in  thee  burn 
Were  kindled  by  reclaiming  grace. 

2.  Return,  O  wanderer,  return, 

And  seek  a  Father's  melting  heart ; 
Whose  pitying  eyes  thy  grief  discern, 

Whose  hand  shall  heal  thine  inward  smart, 

3.  Return,  O  wanderer,  return, 

Thy  Saviour  bids  thy  spirit  live ; 
Go  to  His  bleeding  feet,  and  learn 
How  freely  Jesus  can  forgive. 

4.  Return,  O  wanderer,  return, 

And  wipe  away  the  falling  tear ; 
'Tis  God  who  says,  "  No  longer  mourn  ; " 
'Tis  Mercy's  voice  invites  thee  near. 


465.  S.  ML  C.  Wesley. 

The  Lord  Jesus  Ciirist,  who  shall  judge  the  quick  axd  the  dead. 

2  Tim.  4  : 1. 

1.  Tnou  Judge  of  quick  and  dead, 
Before  whose  bar  severe, 
With  holy  joy.  or  guilty  dread, 
We  all  shall  soon  appear : 
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2.  Our  cautioned  souls  prepare 

For  that  tremendous  day  ; 
And  till  us  now  with  watchful  care, 
And  stir  us  up  to  pray. 

3.  0.  may  we  thus  be  found 

Obedient  to  Thy  word ; 
Attentive  to  the  trumpet's  sound, 
And  looking  for  our  Lord. 

4.  0,  may  we  all  insure 

A  lot  among  the  blessed ; 
And  watch  a  moment  to  secure 
An  everlasting  rest. 


466.  8s,  7s,  &  4.  Hart. 

Come,  buy  avixe  axd  milk  without  money,  and  without  price.— Is.  oo  :  1. 

1.  Come,  ye  sinners,  poor  and  wretched, 

Weak  and  wounded,  sick  and  sore, 
Jesus  ready  stands  to  save  you, 
Full  of  pity,  joined  with  power. 

He  is  able, 
He  is  willing,  doubt  no  more. 

2.  Ho,  ye  needy  ;  come,  and  welcome ; 

God's  free  bounty  glorify ! 
True  belief  and  true  repentance, 
Every  grace  that  brings  us  nigh, 

Without  money, 
Come  to  Jesus  Christ,  and  buy. 

3.  Let  not  conscience  make  you  linger, 

Nor  of  fitness  fondly  dream ; 
All  the  fitness  He  requireth 
Is  to  feel  your  need  of  Him ; 

This  He  gives  you ; 

'Tis  the  Spirit's  rising  beam. 

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4.  Come,  ye  weary,  heavy  laden, 

Bruised  and  mangled  by  the  fall, 
If  you  tarry  till  you're  better, 
You  will  never  come  at  all ; 

Not  the  righteous, 
Sinners  Jesus  came  to  call. 

5.  Lo,  the  incarnate  God  ascended, 

Pleads  the  merit  of  His  blood  ; 
Venture  on  Him,  venture  wholly ; 
Let  no  other  trust  intrude  : 

None  but  Jesus 
Can  do  helpless  sinners  good. 

6.  Saints  and  angels,  joined  in  concert, 

Sing  the  praises  of  the  Lamb ; 

While  the  blissful  seats  of  heaven 

Sweetly  echo  with  His  name. 

Hallelujah ! 
Sinners  here  may  sing  the  same. 


467.  7s.  C.  Wesley. 

Why  will  te  die  ?  — Ezek.  18  :  31. 

1.  Sinners,  turn  !  why  will  ye  die  ? 
God,  your  Maker,  asks  you  why  ? 
God,  who  did  your  being  give, 
Made  you  with  Himself  to  live ; 
He  the  fatal  cause  demands. 
Asks  the  work  of  His  own  hands ; 
Why,  ye  thankless  creatures,  why 
Will  ye  cross  His  love,  and  die  ? 

2.  Sinners,  turn  ;  why  will  ye  die  ? 
God,  your  Saviour,  asks  you  why  ? 
God,  who  did  your  souls  retrieve, 
Died  Himself,  that  ye  might  live. 

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Will  you  let  Him  die  in  vain  ? 
Crucify  your  Lord  again  ? 
Why,  ye  ransomed  sinners,  why 
Will  ye  Blight  His  grace,  and  die  ? 

Sinners,  turn;  why  will  ye  die? 
God,  the  Spirit,  asks  you  why? 
He  who  all  your  lives  hath  strove, 
Wooed  you  to  embrace  His  love  ; 
"Will  ye  not  His  grace  receive  ? 
Will  ye  still  refuse  to  live  ? 
Why.  you  long-sought  sinners,  why 
Will  you  grieve  your  God  and  die  ? 


468.  8s,  7s,  &  4.  Newton. 

They  shall  see  the  Sox  or  Max  comi.vg  ix  the  clouds  of  iieavex, 
with  power  axd  great  glory.  —  Matt. 24 :  30. 

1.  Day  of  judgment,  day  of  wonders  ! 

Hark  !  the  trumpet's  awful  sound, 
Louder  than  a  thousand  thunders, 
Shakes  the  vast  creation  round  : 

How  the  summons 
Will  the  sinner's  heart  confound ! 

2.  See  the  Judge,  our  nature  wearing, 

Clothed  in  majesty  divine; 
You,  who  long  for  His  appearing. 

Then  shall  say,  "  This  God  is  mine  ! " 

Gracious  Saviour, 
Own  me  in  that  day  for  Thine. 

3.  At  His  call  the  dead  awaken, 

Rise  to  life  from  earth  and  sea ; 
All  the  powers  of  nature  shaken 
By  His  looks,  prepare  to  flee : 

Careless  sinner, 
What  will  then  become  of  thee  ? 
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But  to  those  who  have  confess*!  1, 

Loved  and  served  the  Lord  below, 
He  will  say,  "  Come  near,  ye  blessed* 
See  the  kingdom  I  bestow ; 

You  forever 
Shall  My  love  and  glory  know." 


469. 


C.  M. 


Colter. 


WlIEX   THEY   SHALL   SAY,  PEACE   AXD    SAFETY:   TTTEX   SUDDEN  DESTEUCTI05" 

cometu.  —  1  Thess.  o  :  & 

1.  There  is  a  line,  by  us  unseen, 

That  crosses  every  path, 
The  hidden  boundary  between 
God's  patience  and  His  wrath. 

2.  To  pass  that  limit  is  to  die, 

To  die  as  if  by  stealth ; 
It  does  not  quench  the  beaming  eye, 
Nor  pale  the  glow  of  health. 

3.  The  conscience  may  be  still  at  ease, 

The  spirit  light  and  gay ; 
That  which  is  pleasing  still  may  please, 
And  care  be  thrust  away. 

4.  0,  where  is  this  mysterious  bourne 

By  which  our  path  is  crossed  ; 
Beyond  which  God  himself  hath  sworn 
That  he  who  goes  is  lost  ? 

5.  How  far  may  we  go  on  to  sin  ? 

How  long  will  God  forbear  ? 
Where  does  hope  end,  and  where  begin 
The  confines  of  despair  ? 

6.  An  answer  from  the  skies  is  sent,  — 

"  Ye  that  from  God  depart. 
While  it  is  called  to-day.  repent, 
And  harden  not  your  heart." 
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470.  C.  M.  Watts. 

The  nour.  of  IIis  judgment  is  come  —  Rev.  14  : 7. 

1.  Sing  to  the  Lord,  ye  heavenly  hosts, 

And  Thou,  O  earth,  adore ; 
Let  death  and  hell,  through  all  their  coasts, 
Stand  trembling  at  His  power. 

2.  His  sounding  chariot  shakes  the  sky  ; 

He  makes  the  clouds  His  throne ; 
There  all  His  stores  of  lightning  lie 
Till  vengeance  darts  them  down. 

3.  Think,  O  my  soul,  the  dreadful  day 

When  this  incensed  God 
Shall  rend  the  sky.,  and  burn  the  sea, 
And  send  His  wrath  abroad. 

4.  What  shall  the  wretch,  the  sinner  do? 

He  once  defied  the  Lord ; 
But  he  shall  dread  the  Thunderer  now, 
And  sink  beneath  His  word. 

5.  Tempests  of  angry  fire  shall  roll 

To  blast  the  rebel  worm, 
And  beat  upon  his  naked  soul 
In  one  eternal  storm. 

471.  7s.  S.  F.  Smith. 

Where  shall  the  vxgodly  and  the  snrcnsB  appear  ?  —1  Pet.  4  :  13. 

1.  When  thy  mortal  life  is  fled, 

When  the  death  shades  o'er  thee  spread. 
When  is  finished  thy  career, 
Sinner,  where  wilt  thou  appear  ? 
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MAN    A    SUPPLIANT. 

WJien  th<*  world  has  passed  away, 
When  draws  near  the  judgment  day, 

When  the  awful  trump  shall  sound, 
Say,  O  where  wilt  thou  be  found  ? 

When  the  Judge  descends  in  light, 
Clothed  in  majesty  and  might, 
When  the  wicked  quail  with  fear, 
Where,  O  where  wilt  thou  appear  ? 

What  shall  soothe  thy  bursting  heart, 
When  the  saints  and  thou  must  part  ? 
When  the  good  with  joy  are  crowned, 
>  Sinner,  where  wilt  thou  be  found  ? 

While  the  Holy  Ghost  is  nigh, 
Quickly  to  the  Saviour  fly; 
Then  shall  peace  thy  spirit  cheer ; 
Then  in  heaven  shalt  thou  appear. 


MAN  A  SUPPLIANT.  — PENITENCE  AND 
CONFESSION. 

472.  C.  M.  Jones. 

If  I  PERisn,  I  perish.—  Est.  4  :  16. 

1.  Come,  humble  sinner,  in  whose  breast 

A  thousand  thoughts  revolve, 
Come,  with  your  guilt  and  fear  oppressed, 
And  make  this  last  resolve  : 

2.  "  I'll  go  to  Jesus,  though  my  sin 

Hath  like  a  mountain  rose  ; 
I  know  His  courts,  I'll  enter  in, 
Whatever  may  oppose. 
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3.  "Prostrate  I'll  lie  before  His  throne 

And  there  my  guilt  confess  ; 

Til  tell  Him  I'm  a  wretch  undone 

Without  BBa  sovereign  grace. 

4.  u  I'll  to  the  gracious  King  approach, 

Whose  sceptre  pardon  gives  ; 
Perhaps  He  may  command  my  touch, 
And  then  the  suppliant  lives. 

5.  '•  Perhaps  He  will  admit  my  plea, 

Perhaps  will  hear  my  prayer  ; 
But  if  I  perish.  I  will  pray, 
And  perish  only  there. 

6.  u  I  can  but  perish  if  I  go, 

I  am  resolved  to  try ; 
For  if  I  stay  away.  I  know 
I  must  forever  die.'5 


473.  C.  It  Watts. 

Cheist  died  for  our.  sixs.—  1  Cor.  15  i  3. 

1.  Alas,  and  did  my  Saviour  bleed, 

And  did  my  Sovereign  die  ? 
"Would  He  devote  that  sacred  head 
For  such  a  worm  as  I? 

2.  Was  it  for  crimes  that  I  had  done 

He  groaned  upon  the  tree  ? 
Amazing  pity  !  grace  unknown  ! 
And  love  beyond  degree  ! 

3.  Well  might  the  sun  in  darkness  hide, 

And  shut  his  glories  in. 
WTien  God.  the  mighty  Maker,  died 
For  man,  the  creature's  sin. 
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4.  Thus  might  I  hide  my  blushing  face 

While  His  dear  cross  appears  ; 
Dissolve  my  heart  in  thankfulness. 

And  melt  my  eyes  to  tears. 

5.  But  drops  of  grief  can  ne'er  repay 

The  debt  of  love  I  owe  ; 
Here,  Lord,  I  give  myself  away, 
Tis  all  that  I  can  do. 


474. 


L.  M. 


TVatts. 


Hate  mercy  upon  me.  — Ps.  51  :1. 

1.  Shotv  pity,  Lord,  0  Lord,  forgive  ; 
Let  a  repenting  rebel  live  ; 

Are  not  Thy  mercies  large  and  free  ? 
May  not  a  sinner  trust  in  Thee  ? 

2.  My  crimes  are  great,  but  can't  surpass 
The  power  and  glory  of  Thy  grace  : 
Great  God,  Thy  nature  hath  no  bound, 
So  let  Thy  pardoning  love  be  found. 

3.  0,  wash  my  soul  from  every  sin, 

And  make  my  guilty  conscience  clean ; 
Here  on  my  heart  the  burden  lies, 
And  past  offences  pain  mine  eyes. 

4.  My  lips  with  shame  my  sins  confess, 
Against  Thy  law,  against  Thy  grace; 
Lord,  should  Thy  judgment  grow  severe, 
I  am  condemned,  but  Thou  art  clear. 

5.  Should  sudden  vengeance  seize  my  breath, 
I  must  pronounce  Thee  just  in  death ; 
And  if  my  soul  were  sent  to  hell, 

Thy  righteous  law  approves  it  well. 
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PENITENCE   AND    CONFESSION. 

G.  Yet  save  a  trembling  sinner,  Lord, 

Wfyose  hope,  still  hovering  round  Thy  word, 
"Would  light  on  some  sweet  promise  there, 
Some  sure  support  against  despair. 

475.  L.   Mi  HlLLIIOUSE. 

Be  of  good  cheer,  thy  sins  be  forgiven*  thee.  —  Matt.  0 : 2. 

1.  Trembling,  before  Thine  awful  throne, 
O  Lord,  in  dust  my  sins  I  own ; 
Justice  and  mercy  for  my  life 
Contend ;  O  smile,  and  heal  the  strife. 

2.  The  Saviour  smiles ;  upon  my  soul 
New  tides  of  hope  tumultuous  roll ; 
His  voice  proclaims  my  pardon  found ! 
Seraphic  transport  wings  the  sound. 

3.  Earth  has  a  joy  unknown  in  heaven, — 
The  new-born  peace  of  sins  forgiven  ; 
Tears  of  such  pure  and  deep  delight, 
Ye  angels,  never  dimmed  your  sight. 

4.  Loud  is  the  song,  the  heavenly  plain 
Is  shaken  by  the  choral  strain ; 
And  dying  echoes,  floating  far, 
Draw  music  from  each  chiming  star. 

5.  But  I  amid  your  choirs  shall  shine, 
And  all  your  knowledge  will  be  mine ; 
Ye  on  your  harps  must  lean  to  hear 
A  secret  chord  that  mine  will  bear. 

DOXOLOGY. 

To  God  the  Father.  God  the  Son, 
And  God  the  Spirit,  Three  in  One, 
Be  honor,  praise,  and  glory  given, 
By  all  on  earth,  and  all  in  heaven. 
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MAN    A    SUPPLIANT. 

476.  L.  M.  Elliott. 

Him  that  cometii  to  Me  I  -will  ix  no  wise  cast  out.—  John  G :  37. 

1.  Just  as  I  am,  without  one  plea, 
But  that  Thy  blood  was  shed  for  me, 
And  that  Thou  bid'st  me  come  to  Thee, 

O  Lamb  of  God,  I  come,  I  come ! 

2.  Just  as  I  am,  and  waiting  not 
To  rid  my  soul  of  one  dark  blot, 

To  Thee  whose  blood  can  cleanse  each  spot, 
O  Lamb  of  God,  I  come,  I  come ! 

3.  Just  as  I  am,  though  tossed  about 
With  many  a  conflict,  many  a  doubt, 
Fightings  within,  and  fears  without, 

0  Lamb  of  God,  I  come,  I  come ! 

4.  Just  as  I  am,  poor,  wretched,  blind ; 
Sight,  riches,  healing  of  the  mind, 
Yea,  all  I  need,  in  Thee  to  find, 

O  Lamb  of  God,  I  come,  I  come ! 

5.  Just  as  I  am,  though  so  depraved, 
So  long  by  Satan's  power  enslaved, 
To  be  by  Thee  renewed  and  saved, 

0  Lamb  of  God,  I  come,  I  come ! 

6.  Just  as  I  am,  Thou  wilt  receive ; 

Wilt  welcome,  pardon,  cleanse,  relieve ; 
Because  Thy  promise  I  believe, 
0  Lamb  of  God,  I  come,  I  come ! 

7.  Just  as  I  am,  Thy  love  unknown 
Has  broken  every  barrier  down  ; 
Now,  to  be  Thine,  yea,  Thine  alone, 

0  Lamb  of  God,  I  come,  I  come ! 
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PENITENCE    AND    CONFESSION. 

477.  S.  BiL  Muhlenberg. 

The  dotk  fouxd  yo  best.  —  Gen.  8 :9. 

1.  Like  Noah's  weary  dove, 

That  soared  the  earth  around, 
But  not  a  resting-place  above 
The  cheerless  waters  found ; 

2.  0  cease,  my  wandering  soul, 

On  restless  wing  to  roam  ; 
All  the  wide  world,  to  either  pole, 
Has  not  for  thee  a  home. 

3.  Behold  the  ark  of  God ; 

Behold  the  open  door ; 
Hasten  to  gain  that  dear  abode, 
And  rove,  my  soul,  no  more. 

4.  There,  safe  thou  shalt  abide ; 

There,  sweet  shall  be  thy  rest ; 
And.  every  longing  satisfied, 
With  full  salvation  blessed. 

5.  And  when  the  waves  of  ire 

Again  the  earth  shall  fill. 
The  ark  shall  ride  the  sea  of  fire, 
Then  rest  on  Zion's  hill. 

Doxology. 

Ye  angels  round  the  throne, 
And  saints  that  dwell  below, 

"Worship  the  Father,  love  the  Son, 
And  bless  the  Spirit  too. 
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MAN    A    SUPPLIANT. 

478.  8a  &  7s.  Turner. 

Jesus,  Thou  Soy  of  David,  have  mercy  ox  he.— Mark  10  :  47. 

1.  Jesus,  full  of  all  compassion, 

Hear  Thy  humble  suppliant's  cry ; 
Let  me  know  Thy  great  salvation  — 

See.  I  languish,  faint,  and  die. 
Guilty,  but  with  heart  relenting, 

Overwhelmed  with  helpless  grief, 
Prostrate  at  Thy  feet  repenting, 

Send,  0,  send  me  quick  relief. 

2.  Whither  should  a  wretch  be  flying, 

But  to  Him  who  comfort  gives  ? 
"Whither,  from  the  dread  of  dying, 

But  to  Him  who  ever  lives  ? 
While  I  view  Thee,  wounded,  grieving, 

Breathless,  on  the  cursed  tree, 
Fain  I'd  feel  my  heart  believing 

That  thou  sufferedst  thus  for  me. 

3.  In  the  world  of  endless  ruin, 

Let  it  never,  Lord,  be  said, 
"  Here's  a  soul  that  perished  suing 

For  the  boasted  Saviour's  aid ! " 
Saved  !  the  deed  shall  spread  new  glory 

Through  the  shining  realms  above ; 
Angels  sing  the  pleasing  story, 

All  enraptured  with  Thy  love. 


479.  8s  &  7s. 

WASH  me  axd  I  shall  ee  whiter  than-  sxom\  —  Ps.  51 :  7. 

1.  Jesus,  who  on  Calvary's  mountain 
Poured  Thy  precious  blood  for  me, 
Wash  me  in  its  flowing  fountain, 
That  my  soul  may  spotless  be. 
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2.  I  have  sinned,  but  0,  restore  me  ; 

For  unless  Thou  smile  on  me, 
Dark  is  all  the  world  before  me, 
Darker  yet  eternity  ! 

3.  In  Thy  word  I  hear  Thee  saying, 

M  Come  and  I  will  give  you  rest ; " 
And  the  gracious  call  obeying, 
See,  I  hasten  to  Thy  breast. 

4.  Grant,  0,  grant  Thy  Spirit's  teaching, 

That  I  may  not  go  astray. 
Till,  the  gate  of  heaven  reaching, 
Earth  and  sin  are  passed  away. 


480.  L.  M.  Steele. 


1.  Lord,  when  my  thoughts  delighted  rove 
Amid  the  wonders  of  Thy  love, 

Sweet  hope  revives  my  drooping  heart, 
And  bids  intruding  fears  depart. 

2.  For  mortal  crimes  a  sacrifice, 

The  Lord  of  life,  the  Saviour,  dies  ; 
What  love  !  what  mercy  !  how  divine  ! 
Jesus,  and  can  I  call  Thee  mine  ? 

3.  Repentant  sorrow  fills  my  heart. 
But  mingling  joy  allays  the  smart ; 
O,  may  my  future  life  declare 
This  sorrow  and  the  joy  sincere. 

4.  Be  all  my  heart  and  all  my  days 
Devoted  to  my  Saviour's  praise  ; 
And  let  my  glad  obedience  prove 
How  much  I  owe,  how  much  I  love. 

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481. 


MAX    A    SUPPLIANT. 

L.  BL 


Hart. 


I  WILL  TAKE   THE   STOXY  HEAET  OUT  OF  TIIEIR  FLESH.  —  Ezck.  11  :  19. 

1.  O  FOR  a  glance  of  heavenly  day, 
To  take  this  stubborn  stone  away. 
And  thaw,  with  beams  of  love  divine, 
This  heart,  this  frozen  heart,  of  mine. 

2.  The  rocks  can  rend ;  the  earth  can  quake ; 
The  seas  can  roar;  the  mountains  shake; 
Of  feeling,  all  things  show  some  sign, 
But  this  unfeeling  heart  of  mine. 

3.  To  hear  the  sorrows  Thou  hast  felt. 
Dear  Lord,  an  adamant  would  melt ; 
But  I  can  read  each  moving  line, 
And  nothing  move  this  heart  of  mine. 


4.  Thy  judgments,  too,  unmoved  I  hear; 
(Amazing  thought.)  which  devils  fear ; 
Goodness  and  wrath  in  vain  combine 
To  stir  this  stupid  heart  of  mine. 

5.  But  something  yet  can  do  the  deed, 
And  that  dear  something  much  I  need ; 
Thy  Spirit  can  from  dross  refine, 

And  move  and  melt  this  heart  of  mine. 


482. 


S.  M,  Watts. 


Trr.y  rs,  O  God  of  our  salvation.  —  Ts.  W  :  4. 

1.  Is  this  the  kind  return. 

And  these  the  thanks  we  owe, 
Thus  to  abuse  eternal  love. 

Whence  all  our  blessings  flow  ? 
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PENITENCE    AND    CONFESSION. 

To  what  a  stubborn  frame 

Has  sin  reduced  our  mind ! 
What  strange,  rebellious  wretches  we, 

And  God  as  strangely  kind. 

Turn,  turn  us,  mighty  God, 

And  mould  our  souls  afresh ; 
Break,  Sovereign  Grace,  these  hearts  of  stone, 

And  give  us  hearts  of  flesh. 

Let  old  ingratitude 

Provoke  our  weeping  eyes  ; 
And  hourly,  as  new  mercies  fall, 

Let  hourly  thanks  arise. 


483.  C.  M.  S.  Stennett. 

Look  ttpox  mixe  affliction  and  my  pain,  axd  forgive  all  my  bhts, 

Ps.  25  :  IS. 

1.  Prostrate,  dear  Jesus,  at  Thy  feet, 

A  guilty  rebel  lies, 
And  upwards  to  Thy  mercy  seat 
Presumes  to  lift  his  eyes. 

2.  If  tears  of  sorrow  would  suffice 

To  pay  the  debt  I  owe, 
Tears  should  from  both  my  weeping  ejes 
In  ceaseless  torrents  flow. 

3.  But  no  such  sacrifice  I  plead, 

To  expiate  my  guilt ; 
No  tears  but  those  which  Thou  hast  shed, 
No  blood  but  Thou  hast  spilt. 

4.  Think  of  Thy  sorrows,  dearest  Lord, 

And  all  my  sins  forgive  ; 
Justice  will  well  approve  the  word 
That  bids  the  sinner  live. 
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484. 


MAX    A    SUPPLIANT. 

C.  M. 


Steele. 


My  Refuge  ix  the  day  of  affliction.  —  Jer.  1G :  19. 

1.  Dear  Refuge  of  my  weary  soul, 

On  Thee,  when  sorrows  rise, 
On  Thee,  when  waves  of  trouble  roll, 
My  fainting  hope  relies. 

2.  To  Thee  I  tell  each  rising  grief, 

For  Thou  alone  canst  heal ; 
Thy  word  can  bring  a  sweet  relief 
For  every  pain  I  feel. 

3.  But  O,  when  gloomy  doubts  prevail, 

I  fear  to  call  Thee  mine  ; 
The  springs  of  comfort  seem  to  fail, 
And  all  my  hopes  decline. 

4.  Yet,  gracious  God,  where  shall  I  flee  ? 

Thou  art  my  only  trust ; 
And  still  my  soul  would  cleave  to  Thee, 
Though  prostrate  in  the  dust. 

5.  Thy  mercy  seat  is  open  still ; 

Here  let  my  soul  retreat, 
With  humble  hope  attend  Thy  will, 
And  wait  beneath  Thy  feet. 


485. 


C.  M. 


Watts. 


TlIEY  THAT  ARE   CHRIST'S   HAVE  CRUCIFIED  TOE  FLESH.  —  Gal.  5  :  24. 

1.  O,  if  my  soul  was  formed  for  woe, 
How  Avould  I  vent  my  sighs  ! 
Repentance  should  like  rivers  flow 
From  both  my  streaming  eyes. 
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2.  'Twa-  for  my  sins  my  dearest  Lord 

Hung  on  the  cursed  tree, 
And  groaned  away  a  dying  life 
For  thee,  my  soul,  for  thee. 

3.  0.  how  I  hate  those  lusts  of  mine 

That  crucified  my  God  ! 
Those  sins  that  pierced  and  nailed  His  flesh 
Fast  to  the  fatal  wood  ! 

4.  Yes.  my  Redeemer,  they  shall  die  ; 

My  heart  has  so  decreed ; 
Nor  will  I  spare  the  guilty  things 
That  made  my  Saviour  bleed. 

5.  While,  with  a  melting,  broken  heart, 

My  murdered  Lord  I  view, 

Til  raise  revenge  against  my  sins, 

And  slay  the  murderers  too. 

486.  C.  P.  M.  C.  Wesley. 

I .::  Tnou  me,  a>_d  I  shall  be  tuexed.  —  Jer.  31 :  1& 

1.  Lo.  on  a  narrow  neck  of  land, 
'Twixt  two  unbounded  seas,  I  stand, 

Secure,  insensible  : 
A  point  of  time,  a  moment's  space, 
Removes  me  to  that  heavenly  place, 

Or  shuts  me  up  in  hell. 

2.  0  God.  my  inmost  soul  convert. 
And  deeply  on  my  thoughtful  heart 

Eternal  things  impress  : 
Give  me  to  feel  their  solemn  weight, 
And  tremble  on  the  brink  of  fate, 

And  wake  to  righteousness. 

3.  Before  me  place,  in  dread  array. 
The  pomp  of  that  tremendous  day. 

When  Thou  with  clouds  shalt  come 
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To  jildge  the  nations  at  Thy  bar : 
And  tell  me.  Lord,  shall  I  be  there, 

To  meet  a  joyful  doom? 

4.  Be  this  my  one  great  business  here, 
With  serious  industry  and  tear, 

Eternal  bliss  to  insure ; 
Thine  utmost  counsel  to  fulfil, 
And  suffer  all  Thy  righteous  will, 

And  to  the  end  endure. 

5.  Then,  Saviour,  then  my  soul  receive, 
Transported  from  this  vale,  to  live 

And  reign  with  Thee  above, 
Where  faith  is  sweetly  lost  in  sight, 
And  hope  in  full,  supreme  delight, 

And  everlasting  love. 


487. 


L.  M. 


Watts. 


A  BROKEN-  AND  A  CONTRITE   HEART,   O   GOD,   TnOU  WILT  NOT  DESPISE. 

Ps.  51  :  17. 

1.  A  broken  heart,  my  God,  my  King, 
Is  all  the  sacrifice  I  bring ; 

The  God  of  grace  will  ne'er  despise 
A  broken  heart  for  sacrifice. 

2.  My  soul  lies  humbled  in  the  dust. 
And  owns  Thy  dreadful  sentence  just  ; 
Look  down,  O  Lord,  with  pitying  eye, 
And  save  the  soul  condemned  to  die. 

3.  Then  will  I  teach  the  world  Thy  ways  ; 
Sinners  shall  learn  Thy  sovereign  grace  ; 
I'll  lead  them  to  my  Saviour's  blood. 

As  they  shall  praise  a  pardoning  God. 

4.  0,  may  Thy  love  inspire  my  tongue ; 
Salvation  shall  be  all  my  song : 

And  all  my  powers  shall  join  to  bless 
The  Lord,  my  Strength  and  Righteousness. 
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488.  7-.  C.  Wesley. 

I  WILL   IIEAL   TIIEIP.  BACKSLIDING.  —  Ilosca  14  :  4. 

1.  Di:rTii  of  mercy !  can  there  be 
Mercy  still  reserved  for  me  ? 
Can  my  God  His  wrath  forbear, 
Me,  the  chief  of  sinners,  spare  ? 

2.  I  have  long  withstood  His  grace  ; 
Long  provoked  Him  to  His  lace  ; 
Would  not  hearken  to  His  calls  ; 
Grieved  Him  by  a  thousand  falls. 

3.  Now  incline  me  to  repent  ; 
Let  me  now  my  tall  lament ; 
Now  my  foul  revolt  deplore  ; 
Weep,  believe,  and  sin  no  more. 

489.  c.  p.  m. 

Foe  Thy  name's  sake  0  Lord,  pardon  mine  iniquity.  —  Ps.  25  :  II. 

1.  Whex  Thon,  my  righteous  Judge,  shalt  come 
To  fetch  Thy  ransomed  people  home, 

Shall  I  among  them  stand  ? 
Shall  such  a  worthless  worm  as  I, 
Who  sometimes  am  afraid  to  die, 

Be  found  at  Thy  right  hand  ? 

2.  I  love  to  meet  among  them  now, 
Before  Thy  gracious  feet  to  bow, 

Though  vilest  of  them  all : 
But  can  I  bear  the  piercing  thought, 
What  if  my  name  should  be  left  out, 

When  Thou  for  them  shalt  call  ? 

3.  Prevent,  prevent  it  by  Thy  grace  : 
Be  Thou,  dear  Lord,  my  hiding-place, 

In  this  the  accepted  day : 
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Thy  pardoning  0  let  me  hear, 

To  Still  Ii; 

Nor  let  me  fall,.  I  | 

4.  L •:  me  among  1  hy  saints  be  found. 

Whene'er  the  archangel's  trump  shali  sound, 

To  3€    Thy  smi] 
Then  loudest  of  the  crowd  I'll  sin?. 
While  heaven's  resounding  i  ring 

With  shouts  of  sovereign  grace. 

490.  C.  31.  Steele. 

EZTUE5-.  —  J:r.  I  :  22. 

1.  How  oft.  alas!  this  wretched  heart 

lias  wandered  from  the  Lord ! 
How  oft  my  roving  thoughts  depart, 
Forgetful  of  His  word ! 

2.  Yet  sovereign  mercy  calls.  u  Return  ! " 

Dear  Lord,  and  may  I  com 

~2>[y  vile  ingratitude  I  mourn  ; 
O,  take  the  wanderer  home ! 

3.  And  canst  Thou,  wilt  Thou  yet  forgive, 

And  bid  my  crimes  ren. 
And  shall  a  pardoned  rebel  live 
To  -peak  Thv  wondrous  love  ? 

4.  Almighty  Grace.  Thy  healing  po? 

How  glorious,  how  divine. 
That  can  to  life  and  bliss  restore 
So  vile  a  heart  as  mine  ! 

5.  Thy  pardoning  love,  bo  free,  so  sweet, 

Dear  Saviour,  I  adore ; 
0.  k<<<-p  me  at  Thy  sacred  feet, 
And  let  me  rove  no  more. 
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491.  i-  M. 

■  m>   I   19  A  U    i  !     i  I   ui!'.-  J.-r.  17  :  M, 

1.  A\  1 1  in  will  i  hi-  weary  struggle  cease, 

This  aching  heart  find  real : 
When  w ill  tlif  light  of  bope  and  peace 
Cheer  this  despairing  breast  ? 

2.  My  feet,  bewildered,  long  have  trod 

In  errors  gloomy  n aj  a ; 
My  heart,  rebellious,  far  from  ( rod, 
Ai  sinful  distance  staj  b. 

3.  To— <•<!  on  the  billows  of  remorse, 

The  surges  of  despair, 
I'll  fly  with  trembling  to  the  cross, 
And  seek  for  mere]  there* 

4.  Saviour,  I  yield,  with  humble  faith, 

Thi<  wretched  heart  to  Thee ; 
Prom  bonds  of  guilt  Thy  sovereign  grace 
Alone  can  set  me  free. 

5.  0,  cause  the  light  of  hope  to  Bhine ; 

Subdue  this  stubborn  will ; 
L<-t  |n';nr,  and  joy,  and  love  diVme 
My  waiting  spirit  fill. 

492,  L.  M.  BAFFLES. 

Qilf  is,  o  God  of  oi  b  saltation.— ft,  '  ■ 

1.  Fatheb  of  mercies,  ( rod  of  love, 
( ).  bear  ;i  bumble  —  ii|>j>li:ii»t'—  cry  ; 

Bend  from  Thy  lofty  seat  ai>«>\ «•. 

Thy  throne  of  glorious  majesty ; 
O.  deign  to  hear  m\  mournful  \<>ir<>, 
Ami  bid  my  drooping  heart  rejoice. 
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2.  I  urge  no  merits  of  my  own, 

No  worth,  to  claim  Thy  gracious  smile ; 
No  ;  when  I  bow  before  Thy  throne, 

Dare  to  converse  with  God  a  while, 
Thy  name,  blest  Jesus,  is  my  plea  — 
Dearest  and  sweetest  name  to  me. 

3.  Father  of  mercies,  God  of  love, 

Then  hear  Thy  humble  suppliant's  cry ; 
Bend  from  Thy  lofty  seat  above, 

Thy  throne  of  glorious  majesty; 
One  pardoning  word  can  make  me  whole, 
And  soothe  the  anguish  of  my  soul. 

493.  L.  M.  Watts. 

Create  is  me  a  clean  heart,  O  God,  and  renew  a  right  spirit  within 
ME.  —  Ps.  51  :  10. 

1.  O  Thou  that  hear'st  when  sinners  cry, 
Though  all  my  crimes  before  Thee  lie, 
Behold  them  not  with  angry  look, 
But  blot  their  memory  from  Thy  book. 

2.  Create  my  nature  pure  within, 
And  form  my  soul  averse  to  sin ; 
Let  Thy  good  spirit  ne'er  depart, 

Nor  hide  Thy  presence  from  my  heart. 

3.  I  cannot  live  without  Thy  light, 

Cast  out  and  banished  from  Thy  sight ; 
Thine  holy  joys,  my  God,  restore, 
And  guard  me,  that  I  fall  no  more. 

4.  Though  I  have  grieved  Thy  Spirit,  Lord, 
His  help  and  comfort  still  afford, 
And  let  a  wretch  come  near  Thy  throne, 
To  plead  the  merits  of  Thy  Son. 

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494.  S.    M.  Cov. 

"WHO   II ATI!   WABXED  YOU   TO   FLEE   FBOM    THE   TVE.VIH   TO   COME  ?—  L 

1.  My  former  hopes  are  fled, 

My  terror  now  begins ; 

I  feel,  alas  !  that  I  am  dead 

In  trespasses  and  sins. 

2.  Ah !  whither  shall  I  fly  ? 

I  hear  the  thunder  roar ; 
The  law  proclaims  destruction  nigh. 
And  vengeance  at  the  door. 

3.  When  I  review  my  ways. 

I  dread  impending  doom; 
But  sure  a  friendly  whisper  says. 
-Flee  from  the  wrath  to  come." 

4.  I  see,  or  think  I  see, 

A  glimmering  from  afar ; 
A  beam  of  day  that  shines  for  me. 
To  save  me  from  despair. 

5.  Forerunner  of  the  sun, 

It  marks  the  pilgrim's  way ; 
I'll  gaze  upon  it  while  I  run, 
And  watch  the  rising  day. 

495.  C.  M.  Steele. 

Hate  mef.cy  ox  me.  — Luke  13  :  33. 

1.  0  Thou  whose  tender  mercy  hears 
Contrition's  humble  sigh. 
Whose  hand,  indulgent,  wipes  the  tears 
From  sorrow's  weeping  eye ; 
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2.  See.  low  before  Thy  throne  of  gnu 

A  wretched  wanderer  mourn; 
Has!  It  >u  not  bid  Thy  face? 

Hast  Thou  not  said,  "Return 

3.  And  shall  my  guilty 

To  drive  me  from  Thy  I 
O.  let  not  this  dear  refuge  I 
This  only  Bafe  retreat 

4.  O.  shine  on  this  benighted  heart, 

With  beams  of  mercy  shine ; 
And  let  Thy  healing  voice  impart 
A  taste  of  joys  divine. 


496. 


C.  M. 


Xetvtox. 


All  the  people  that  came  together  to  that  sight,  bei 
ie  tueie  blz 

1.  Ik  evil  long  I  took  delight. 

Unawed  by  shame  or  fear. 
Till  a  new  object  struck  my  sight. 
And  stopped  my  wild  career. 

2.  I  saw  One  hanging  on  a  tree, 

In  agonies  and  blood. 
Who  fixed  His  languid  eyes  on  me, 
As  near  His  cross  I  stood. 

3.  Sure,  never,  to  my  latest  breath, 

Can  I  forget  that  look ; 
It  seemed  to  charge  me  with  His  death, 
Though  not  a  word  He  .-puke. 

4.  Ala- !   I  knew  not  what  I  did. 

But  now  my  tears  are  vain ; 
"Where  shall  my  trembling  soul  be  hid  ? 
Fur  I  the  Lord  have  slain, 
oo  6 


k 


2 


PENITENCE    AND    CONFESSION. 

.".  A  -      >nd  look  He  gave,  which 

••  I  freely  all  fbrgr 
Thi-  blood  is  for  thy  ransom  paid ; 
Til  die  that  thou  inayst  live.'*' 


497.  L.    Mi  RlCHTEB. 

11   GIVE   IHEZ   LI3LT.  — Eril.  5:  1-L 

..  My  soul  before  Thee  prostrate  lies : 

To  Thee,  her  Source,  ray  spirit  fli 
lly  wants  I  mourn,  my  chains  I  e 
0,  let  Thy  presence  set  me  tree. 

Lost  and  undone,  for  aid  I  cry ; 
In  Thy  death.  Saviour,  let  me  die  : 
Grieved  with  Thy  grief]  pained  with  Th;- 
r  may  I  feel  stlf-lov^  again. 


3.  In  life's  short  day.  let  me  yet  more 
Of  Thy  enlivening  power  implore  : 
My  mind  must  deeper  sink  in  Thee, 
^SLt  foot  stand  firm,  from  wandering  free. 

498.  C.  31.  Nkwton 

0  LOED,  EEETKE   ME   VOX   EH    Tz:>"l    AVGKS.—  Pi 

1.  In  mercy,  not  in  wrath,  rebuke 

Thy  feeble  worm,  my  God  ; 
My  spirit  dreads  Thine  angry  look. 
And  trembles  at  Thy  rod. 

2.  0.  come,  and  show  Thy  power  to  save. 

And  spare  my  fainting  breath  : 
For  who  can  praise  Thee  in  the  grave. 
Or  sing  Thy  name  in  death  ? 
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3.  Satan,  my  cruel,  envious  foe, 

tnsults  me  in  my  pain  ; 
He  smiles  to  sec  me  brought  so  low, 
And  tells  me  hope  is  vain. 

4.  But  hence,  thou  enemy,  depart, 

Nor  tempt  me  to  despair ; 
My  Saviour  comes  to  cheer  my  heart ; 
The  Lord  has  heard  my  prayer. 


499. 


3s,  7s,  &  4. 


Evan.  Mag. 


The  Lord  is  my  Portion.  — Lam.  3  :  24. 


1.  Welcome,  welcome,  dear  Redeemer; 

Welcome  to  this  heart  of  mine ; 
Lord,  I  make  a  full  surrender, 

Every  power  and  thought  be  Thine, 

Thine  entirely, 
Through  eternal  ages  Thine. 

2.  Known  to  all  to  be  Thy  mansion, 

Earth  and  hell  will  disappear  ; 
Or  in  vain  attempt  possession, 

When  they  find  the  Lord  is  near ; 

Shout,  O  Zion ! 
Shout,  ye  saints  !  the  Lord  is  here. 


500. 


L.  M. 


Watts. 


God  is  the  Strength  or  my  heart.  — Ps.  73  :  2G. 

1.  Lord,  what  a  thoughtless  wretch  was  I, 
To  mourn,  and  murmur,  and  repine, 
To  see  the  wicked,  placed  on  high, 
In  pride  and  robes  of  honor  shine. 
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2.  But  O,  their  end,  their  dreadful  end  ! 
Thy  sanctuary  taught  me  so  ; 
On  slippery  rocks  I  see  them  stand, 

And  fiery  billows  roll  below. 

0.  Now  let  them  boast  how  tall  they  rise  ; 

I'll  never  envy  them  again  : 
There  they  may  stand  with  haughty  eyes. 
Till  they  plunge  deep  in  endless  pain. 

■A.  Xow  I  esteem  their  mirth  and  wine 

Too  dear  to  purehase  with  my  blood ; 
Lord,  'tis  enough  that  Thou  art  mine, 
My  Life,  my  Portion,  and  my  God. 

501.  7s.  Cowper. 

Love st  inou  Me  ?  — John  21  :  16. 

1.  Hark,  my  soul !  it  is  the  Lord  ; 
Tis  thy  Saviour  ;  hear  His  word ; 
Jesus  speaks  ;  He  speaks  to  thee  : 

"  Say,  poor  sinner  ;  lov'st  thou  Me  ? 

2.  "  I  delivered  thee  when  bound, 

And  when  wounded,  healed  thy  wound ; 
Sought  thee  wandering,  set  thee  right, 
Turned  thy  darkness  into  light. 

3.  '•  Mine  is  an  unchanging  love, 
Higher  than  the  heights  above. 
Deeper  than  the  depths  beneath, 
Free  and  faithful,  strong  as  death. 

4.  "  Thou  shalt  see  My  glory  soon, 
When  the  work  of  grace  is  done ; 
Partner  of  My  throne  shalt  be  : 
Say,  poor  sinner  ;   lov'st  thou  Me  ?  ? 

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Lord,  it  is  my  chief  complaint 
That  my  love  is  still  so  taint ; 
Yet  I  love  Thee,  and  adore  : 
O  for  £rrace  to  love  Thee  more ! 


502.  L.  M.  "Watts. 

I  ACKNOWLEDGED  MY   SIX   UXTO   THEE.  — Ps.  32  :  5. 

1.  I  speead  my  sins  before  the  Lord, 

And  all  my  secret  faults  con: 
Thy  gospel  speaks  a  pardoning  word, 
Thy  Holy  Spirit  seals  the  grace. 

2.  How  safe  beneath  Thy  wings  I  lie, 

When  days  grow  dark,  and  storms  appear ! 
And  when  I  walk,  Thy  watchful  eye 
Shall  guide  me  safe  from  every  snare. 

503.  L.  M.  C.  Wesley. 

My  peace  I  give  exxo  you. —  John  14:  27. 

1 .  0  that  my  load  of  sin  were  gone ! 
O  that  I  could  at  last  submit 
At  Jesus'  feet  to  lay  it  down  — 
To  lay  my  soul  at  Jesus'  feet ! 

'2.  Eest  for  my  soul  I  long  to  find  ; 
Saviour  of  all,  if  mine  Thou  art, 
Give  me  Thy  meek  and  lowly  mind, 
And  stamp  Thine  image  on  my  heart. 

3.  Break  off  the  yoke  of  inbred  sin, 

And  fully  set  my  spirit  free  ; 
I  cannot  rest  till  pure  within. 
Till  I  am  wholly  lost  in  Thee. 
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504.  C.  P.  M.  Occojr. 

Ye  must  ee  borx  agaix.  —  John  3  :  7. 

1.  Awaked  by  Sinai's  awful  sound, 
My  soul  in  bonds  of  guilt  I  found, 

And  knew  not  where  to  go  ; 
Eternal  truth  did  loud  proclaim, 
u  The  sinner  must  be  born  again/1 

Or  sink  to  endless  woe. 

2.  "When  to  the  law  I  trembling  fled, 
It  poured  its  curses  on  my  head ; 

I  no  relief  could  find. 
This  fearful  truth  increased  my  pain, 
u  The  sinner  must  be  born  again.*' 

And  whelmed  my  tortured  mind. 

3.  Again  did  Sinai's  thunder  roll, 
And  guilt  lay  heavy  on  my  soul, 

A  vast,  oppressive  load  : 
Alas  !  I  read  and  saw  it  plain, 
'•'  The  sinner  must  be  born  again,'*' 

Or  drink  the  wrath  of  God. 

4.  The  saints  I  heard  with  rapture  tell 
How  Jesus  conquered  death  and  hell, 

And  broke  the  fowler's  snare  ; 
Yet  when  I  found  this  truth  remain, 
u  The  sinner  must  be  born  again/' 

I  sank  in  deep  despair. 

5.  But  while  I  thus  in  anguish  lay, 

The  gracious  Saviour  passed  that  way, 

And  felt  His  pity  move : 
The  sinner,  by  His  justice  slain, 
Now  by  His  grace  is  born  again, 

And  sings  redeeming  love. 
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MAN  A   CHRISTIAN.  —  FAITH. 
505.  C.  M.  TTreford. 

Loed,  I  believe;  help  Tuor  mine  unbelief. —  Mark  9:  2-L. 

1.  Lord,  I  believe ;  Thy  power  I  own; 

Thy  word  I  would  obey  ; 
I  wander  comfortless  and  lone, 
When  from  Thy  truth  I  stray. 

2.  Lord,  I  believe  ;  but  gloomy  fears 

Sometimes  bedim  my  sight  ; 
I  look  to  Thee  with  prayers  and  tears, 
And  cry  for  strength  and  light. 

3.  Lord,  I  believe  ;  but  oft,  I  know, 

My  faith  is  cold  and  weak  ; 
Strengthen  my  weakness,  and  bestow 
The  confidence  I  seek. 

4.  Yes,  I  believe  ;  and  only  Thou 

Canst  give  my  soul  relief; 
Lord,  to  Thy  truth  my  spirit  bow ; 
Help  Thou  my  unbelief. 


506. 


C.  P.  M. 


TOPLADT. 


AT  THAT   DAT    SHALL   A   MAX   LOOK   TO   IIIS    ML\KER.  —  Is.   17:  7. 

1.  0  thou  that  hear'st  the  prayer  of  faith, 
Wilt  Thou  not  save  a  soul  from  death 

That  casts  itself  on  Thee? 
I  have  no  refuge  of  my  own. 
But  fly  to  what  my  Lord  hath  done 
And  suffered  once  for  me. 
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2.  Slain  in  the  guilty  sinner's  stead, 
His  spotless  righteousness  I  plea  J, 

And  His  availing  blood  : 
Thy  merit.  Lord,  my  robe  shall  be ; 
Thy  merit  shall  atone  for  me. 

And  bring  me  near  to  God. 

3.  Then  snatch  me  from  eternal  death ; 
The  Spirit  of  adoption  breathe  ; 

His  consolations  send ; 
By  Him  some  word  of  life  impart, 
And  sweetly  whisper  to  my  heart, 

u  Thy  Maker  is  thy  Friend.'' 

4.  The  king  of  terrors  then  would  be 
A  welcome  messenger  to  me, 

To  bid  me  come  away  : 
Unclqgged  by  earth,  or  earthly  things, 
Td  mount  upon  his  sable  wings 

To  everlasting  day. 

507.  C.  M.  Watts. 

The  evidence  of  things  >*ot  seen".  — Heb.  U  :  1. 

1.  Faith  is  the  brightest  evidence 

Of  things  beyond  our  sight, 
Breaks  through  the  clouds  of  flesh  and  sense, 
And  dwells  in  heavenly  light. 

2.  It  sets  times  past  in  present  view, 

Brings  distant  prospects  home, 
Of  things  a  thousand  years  ago, 
Or  thousand  years  to  come. 

3.  By  faith  we  know  the  worlds  were  made 

By  God's  almighty  word  : 
Abraham,  to  unknown  countries  led, 
By  faith  obeyed  the  Lord. 
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4.  He  sought  a  city,  fair  and  high, 
Built  by  the  eternal  Hands  ; 
And  faith  assures  us,  though  we  die, 
That  heavenly  building  stands. 

508.  h.  it 

TlIET  LAUNCHED  FOETH.  — Luke  8:  22. 

1.  Jesus,  at  Thy  command, 

I  launch  into  the  deep, 
And  leave  my  native  land, 
Where  sin  lulls  all  asleep  ; 
For  Thee  I  fain  would  all  resign, 
And  sail  to  heaven  with  Thee  and  Thine. 

2.  Though  rocks  and  quicksands  deep 

Through  all  my  passage  lie, 
Yet  Thou  wilt  safely  keep 

And  guide  me  with  Thine  eye : 
My  anchor,  hope,  shall  lirm  abide, 
And  I  each  boisterous  storm  outride. 

3.  By  faith  I  see  the  land, 

The  port  of  endless  rest ; 
My  soul,  thy  sails  expand, 

And  fly  to  Jesus'  breast. 
O.  may  I  reach  the  heavenly  shore, 
Where  winds  and  waves  distress  no  more. 

4.  Come,  heavenly  "Wind,  and  blow 

A  prosperous  gale  of  grace, 
To  waft  me  from  below 

To  heaven,  my  destined  place : 
Then,  in  full  sail,  my  port  I'll  find, 
And  leave  the  world  and  sin  behind. 
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509.  s.  ii.  M. 

Faith,  "wntcn  woeketh  by  love.—  GaL  5  :  C 

1.  Faith  is  the  polar  star 

That  guides  the  Christian's  way, 
Directs  his  wanderings  from  afar 
To  realms  of  endless  day  ; 


It  points  the  course 
Where'er  he  roam, 


And  safely  leads 
The  pilgrim  home. 


2.  Faith  is  the  rainbow's  form 

Hung  on  the  brow  of  heaven, 
The  glory  of  the  passing  storm, 
The  pledge  of  mercy  given  ; 


It  is  the  bright 
Triumphal  arch 


Through  which  the  saints 
To  glory  march. 


The  faith  that  works  by  love, 
And  purifies  the  heart, 

A  foretaste  of  the  joys  above 
To  mortals  can  impart ; 


It  bears  us  through 
This  earthly  strife 


And  triumphs  in 
Immortal  life. 


510.  C.  M.  Watts. 

Jesus,  the  Author  a.vd  Fikishee  of  oue  faith.  — Heb.  12  \  2. 

1.  Give  me  the  wings  of  faith,  to  rise 

Within  the  veil,  and  see 
The  saints  above,  how  great  their  joys, 
And  bright  their  glories  be. 

2.  Once  they  were  mourning  here  below, 

And  wet  their  couch  with  tears  : 
They  wrestled  hard,  as  we  do  now, 
"With  sins,  and  doubts,  and  fears. 
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3.  I  ask  them  whence  their  victory  came ; 

They,  with  united  breath, 
Ascribe  their  conquest  to  the  Lamb, 
Their  triumph  to  His  death. 

4.  They  marked  the  footsteps  that  He  trod ; 

His  zeal  inspired  their  breast ; 
And,  following  their  incarnate  God, 
Possessed  the  promised  rest. 

5.  Our  glorious  Leader  claims  our  praise 

For  His  own  pattern  given, 
While  the  long  cloud  of  witnesses 
Show  the  same  path  to  heaven. 

511.  6s  &  4s.  Palmer. 

I  LIVE  BY  TIIE  FAITH  OF  THE   SON  OF   GOD.  —  Gal.  2:  20. 

1.  My  faith  looks  up  to  Thee, 
Thou  Lamb  of  Calvary, 

Saviour  divine  ; 
INTow  hear  me  while  I  pray ; 
Take  all  my  guilt  away ; 
O,  let  me  from  this  day 

Be  wholly  Thine. 

2.  May  Thy  rich  grace  impart 
Strength  to  my  fainting  heart, 

My  zeal  inspire  ; 
As  Thou  hast  died  for  me, 
O,  may  my  love  to  Thee 
Pure,  warm,  and  changeless  be  — 

A  living  fire. 

3.  While  life's  dark  maze  I  tread, 
And  griefs  around  me  spread, 

Be  Thou  my  Guide  ; 
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Bid  darkness  turn  to  clay. 
Wipe  sorrow's  tears  away, 
£sbr  let  me  ever  stray 
From  Thee  aside. 

4.  When  ends  life's  transient  dream. 
When  death's  cold,  sullen  stream 

Shall  o'er  me  roll, 
Blest  Saviour,  then,  in  love, 
Fear  and  distrust  remove  ; 
0.  bear  me  safe  above  — 

A  ransomed  soul. 


512.  C.  ML  Needhail 

These  all  died  ix  faith.  —  Heb.  11 :  13. 

1.  Rise.  0  my  soul,  pursue  the  path 

By  ancient  worthies  trod  ; 
Aspiring,  view  those  holy  men 
Who  lived  and  walked  with  God. 

2.  Though  dead,  they  speak  in  reason's  ear, 

And  in  example  live  ; 
Their  faith,  and  hope,  and  mighty  deeds 
Still  fresh  instruction  give. 

3.  ?Twas  through  the  Lamb's  most  precious  blood 

They  conquered  every  foe ; 
And  to  His  power  and  matchless  grace, 
Their  crowns  of  life  they  owe. 

4.  Lord,  may  I  ever  keep  in  view 

The  patterns  Thou  hast  given, 
And  ne'er  forsake  the  blessed  road 
That  led  them  safe  to  heaven. 
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513.  S.  BE         Pratt's  Coll. 

TlIE  JUST  SHALL  LIVE  BY  FAITU.  —  Deb.  10  :  3S. 

1.  If  through  unruffled  seas 

Toward  heaven  we  calmly  sail, 
With  grateful  hearts,  O  God,  to  Thee 
We'll  own  the  fostering  gale. 

2.  But  should  the  surges  rise, 

And  rest  delay  to  come, 
Blessed  be  the  sorrow,  kind  the  storm, 
Which  drives  us  nearer  home. 

3.  Soon  shall  our  doubts  and  fears 

All  yield  at  Thy  control ; 

Thy  tender  mercies  shall  illume 

The  midnight  of  the  soul. 

4.  Teach  us,  in  every  state, 

To  make  Thy  will  our  own, 
And  when  the  joys  of  sense  depart, 
To  live  by  faith  alone. 

514.  C.  M.        Eippon's  Coll. 

Hast  thou  faith  ?  — Rom.  14:  22. 

1.  Have  I  that  faith  which  looks  to  Christ, 

O'ercomes  the  world  and  sin, 
Eeceives  Him,  Prophet,  Priest,  and  King, 
And  makes  the  conscience  clean  ? 

2.  If  I  this  precious  grace  possess, 

All  praise  is  due  to  Thee ; 
If  not,  I  seek  it  from  Thy  hands  ; 
Now  grant  it,  Lord,  to  me. 
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515.  L,  M.  Newton. 

The  norE  of  righteousness  et  faith.  —  Gal.  5  i  :-. 

1.  As  when  the  weary  traveller  gains 

The  height  of  some  o'erlooking  hill. 
His  heart  revives,  if)  'cross  the  plains. 
He  eyes  his  home,  though  distant  still,  — 

2.  Thus,  when  the  Christian  pilgrim  views 

By  faith  his  mansion  in  the  skies. 
The  sight  his  fainting  strength  renews. 
And  wings  his  speed  to  reach  the  prize. 

0.  Tis  there,  he  says,  I  am  to  dwell 

TTith  Jesus,  in  the  realms  of  day ; 
Then  I  shall  bid  my  cares  farewell, 
And  He  will  wipe  my  tears  away. 

DOXOLOGY. 

To  Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost, 

The  God  whom  heaven'  and  earth  adore, 

Be  glory  as  it  was  of  old, 

Is  now,  and  shall  be  evermore. 

516.  CM.  Watts. 

b  FULL  ASSURANCE   OF  FAITH.  —  Heb.  10  :  22. 

1.  My  thoughts  surmount  these  lower  skies, 

And  look  within  the  veil ; 
There  springs  of  endless  pleasure  rise ; 
The  waters  never  fail. 

2.  There  I  behold,  with  sweet  delight, 

The  blessed  Three  in  One  ; 
And  strong  affections  fix  my  sight 
On  God's  incarnate  Son. 
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3.  His  promise  stands  forever  firm  ; 

His  grace  shall  ne'er  depart ; 
He  binds  my  name  upon  His  arm, 
And  seals  it  on  His  heart. 

4.  Light  are  the  pains  that  nature  brings ; 

How  short  our  sorrows  are, 
When  with  eternal  future  things 
The  present  we  compare ! 

5.  I  would  not  be  a  stranger  still 

To  that  celestial  place, 
Where  I  forever  hope  to  dwell 
Near  my  Redeemer's  face. 


MAX  A   CHRISTIAN.  — LOVE  AND 
OBEDIENCE. 

517.  '     C.  M.  Reed. 

I  LOVE   THE   LODD.  —  Ps.  U6  :  1. 

1.  I  love  the  Lord  ;  He  guides  my  way 

By  His  revealed  will, 
And  when  my  erring  feet  would  stray, 
His  hand  is  with  me  still. 

2.  I  love  the  Lord  ;  He  hears  my  prayer 

When  stormy  troubles  rise, 
And  bids  celestial  hope  look  out 
On  ever-smiling  skies. 

3.  I  love  the  Lord  ;  His  grace  attends 

My  pilgrimage  below. 
And  all  the  streams  of  grace  shall  soon 
In  boundless  glory  tlow. 
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4.  I  love  the  Lord ;  may  each  desire 
In  this  united  be  : 
As,  Lord.  Thy  love  descends  on  me, 
So  rai^e  my  heart  to  Thee. 


518.  8s.  Francis. 

We  love  IIim  because  He  fii;st  loved  rs.— 1  John  4  :  l'J. 

1.  My  gracious  Redeemer  I  love; 

His  praises  aloud  I'll  proclaim, 
And  join  with  the  armies  above 
To  shout  His  adorable  name. 

2.  To  gaze  on  His  glories  divine 

Shall  be  my  eternal  employ ; 

And  feel  them  incessantly  shine, 

My  boundless,  ineffable  joy. 

3.  Ye  palaces,  sceptres,  and  crowns. 

Your  pride  with  disdain  I  survey ; 
Your  pomps  are  but  shadows  and  sounds, 
And  pass  in  a  moment  away. 

4.  The  crown  that  my  Saviour  bestows 

Yon  permanent  sun  shall  outshine ; 
My  joy  everlastingly  flows  ; 

My  God,  my  Redeemer,  is  mine. 

519.  S.  31.  Watts. 

Whom  have  I  a  heaven-  ett  Thee  ?  — Ps.  73  :2o. 

1.  My  God,  my  Life,  my  Love, 
To  Thee,  to  Thee  I  call : 
I  cannot  live  if  Thou  remove, 
For  Thou  art  all  in  all. 
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2.  Not  all  the  harps  above 

Can  make  a  heavenly  place, 
If  God  His  residence  remove, 
Or  but  conceal  His  face. 

o.  Nor  earth,  nor  all  the  sky, 
Can  one  delight  afford ; 
No,  not  a  drop  of  real  joy 
Without  Thy  presence,  Lord. 

4.  Thou  art  the  sea  of  love 

"Where  all  my  pleasures  roll, 
The  circle  where  my  passions  move. 
And  centre  of  my  soul. 

520.  C.  M.  Doddridge. 

Tnou  KN'OWEST  that  I  love  Thee.  — John  21  :  15. 

1.  Do  not  I  love  Thee,  O  my  Lord  ? 

Behold  my  heart,  and  see ; 

And  turn  each  cursed  idol  out 

That  dares  to  rival  Thee. 

2.  Is  not  Thy  name  melodious  still 

To  mine  attentive  ear? 
Doth  not  each  pulse  with  pleasure  bound 
My  Saviour's  voice  to  hear  ? 

3.  Hast  Thou  a  lamb  in  all  Thy  flock 

I  would  disdain  to  feed  ? 
Hast  Thou  a  foe  before  whose  face 
I  fear  Thy  cause  to  plead  ? 

4.  Would  not  my  heart  pour  forth  its  blood 

In  honor  of  Thy  name, 
And  challenge  the  cold  hand  of  death 
To  damp  the  immortal  flame  ? 
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Thou  know'st  I  love  Thee,  dearest  Lord ; 

Uur  O.  I  long  to  soar 
Far  from  the  sphere  of  mortal  joys. 

And  learn  to  love  Thee  more. 


521.  C.  M.  Watt* 

I  WAM  BROUGHT  LOW,  AXD  LIE  HELPED  ME.  —  Ps.  11C  :  0. 

1.  I  love  the  Lord  ;  He  heard  my  cries, 

And  pitied  every  groan  ; 
Long  as  I  live,  when  troubles  ri8e3 
I'll  hasten  to  His  throne. 

2.  I  love  the  Lord ;  He  bowed  His  ear 

And  chased  my  griefs  away  ; 
0,  let  my  heart  no  more  despair 
While  I  have  breath  to  pray. 

3.  The  Lord  beheld  me  sore  distressed ; 

He  bade  my  pains  remove : 
Return,  my  soul,  to  God.  thy  rest. 
For  thou  hast  known  His  love. 

4.  My  God  hath  saved  my  soul  from  death. 

And  dried  my  falling  tears  ; 
Now  to  His  praise  I'll  spend  my  breath, 
And  my  remaining  years. 


DOXOLOGT. 

Eternal  praise  and  glory  be 
To  God  on  high  addressed, 

"Who  in  His  church  doth  make  us  meet 
For  mansions  of  the  blessed. 


MAX    A    CHRISTIAN. 


522. 


C.  ML 


Watts. 


Follow  after  charity-.  —  1  Cor.  1 :  14. 


1.  Happy  the  heart  where  graces  reign, 

Where  love  inspires  the  breast  ; 
Love  is  the  brightest  of  the  train, 
And  strengthens  all  the  rest. 

2.  Knowledge,  alas  !  'tis  all  in  vain, 

And  all  in  vain  our  fear; 
Our  stubborn  sins  will  light  and  reign, 
If  love  be  absent  there. 

3.  This  is  the  grace  that  lives  and  sings 

When  faith  and  hope  shall  cease  ; 
'Tis  this  shall  strike  our  joyful  strings 
In  the  sweet  realms  of  bliss. 

4.  Before  we  quite  forsake  our  clay, 

Or  leave  this  dark  abode, 
The  wings  of  love  bear  us  away 
To  see  our  smiling  God. 


523. 


3s  <fc  7s. 


ROBINSOX. 


Hitherto  hath  tue  Lord  helped  us.  —  1  Sam.  7  :  12. 

Come,  Thou  Fount  of  eveiy  blessing, 

Tune  my  heart  to  sing  Thy  grace ; 
Streams  of  mercy,  never  ceasing, 

Call  for  songs  of  loudest  praise  ; 
Teach  me  some  melodious  sonnet, 

Sung  by  naming  tongues  above  ; 
Praise  the  mount  ;  I'm  fixed  upon  it  — 

Mount  of  Thy  redeeming  love. 

Here  I'll  raise  mine  Ebenezer ; 
Hither  by  Thy  help  Fm  come ; 
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And  I  hope,  by  Thy  good  pleasure, 

Safely  to  arrive  at  home. 
Jesus  sought  me  when  a  stranger, 

Wandering  from  the  fold  of  God ; 
He,  to  rescue  me  from  danger, 

Interposed  His  precious  blood. 

3.  0,  to  grace  how  great  a  debtor 

Daily  I'm  constrained  to  be ! 
Let  Thy  goodness,  like  a  fetter, 

Bind  my  wandering  heart  to  Thee ; 
Prone  to  wander,  Lord,  I  feel  it ; 

Prone  to  leave  the  God  I  love  ; 
Here's  my  heart ;    O,  take  and  seal  it ; 

Seal  it  for  Thy  courts  above. 

524.  C.  M.  Fabee. 

I  have  chosex  you.  — John  15  :  1G. 

1.  How  dread  are  Thine  eternal  years, 

O  everlasting  Lord ; 
By  prostrate  spirits,  day  and  night, 
Incessantly  adored. 

2.  Yet  I  may  love  Thee  too,  0  Lord, 

Almighty  as  Thou  art ; 
For  Thou  hast  stooped  to  ask  of  me 
The  love  of  my  poor  heart. 

3.  Only  to  sit  and  think  of  God, 

O,  what  a  joy  it  is  ! 
To  think  the  thought,  to  breathe  the  name, 
Earth  has  no  higher  bliss. 

4.  Father  of  Jesus  !  love's  Eeward ! 

What  rapture  will  it  be, 
Prostrate  before  Thy  throne  to  lie, 
And  gaze  and  gaze  on  Thee. 
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525.  7S.  M'ClIEYNE. 

I  AM  DEBTOK.  —  Rom.  1  :  14. 

1.  When  this  passing  world  is  done, 
When  has  sunk  yon  glaring  sun, 
When  we  stand  with  Christ  in  glory, 
Looking  o'er  life's  finished  story, 
Then,  Lord,  shall  I  fully  know  — 
Not  till  then  —  how  much  I  owe. 

2.  When  I  stand  before  the  throne, 
Dressed  in  beauty  not  my  own, 
When  I  see  Thee  as  Thou  art, 
Love  Thee  with  unsinning  heart, 
Then,  Lord,  shall  I  fully  know  — 
Not  till  then  —  how  much  I  owe. 

8.  When  the  praise  of  heaven  I  hear, 
Loud  as  thunders  to  the  ear, 
Loud  as  many  waters'  noise, 
Sweet  as  harp's  melodious  voice, 
Then,  Lord,  shall  I  fully  know  — 
Not  till  then  —  how  much  I  owe. 

4.  Chosen  not  for  good  in  me, 

Wakened  up  from  wrath  to  flee, 
Hidden  in  the  Saviour's  side, 
By  the  Spirit  sanctified, 
Teach  me,  Lord,  on  earth  to  show 
By  my  love  how  much  I  owe. 

DOXOLOGY. 

Sing  we  to  our  God  above 
Praise  eternal  as  His  love  ; 
Praise  Him,  all  ye  heavenly  host, 
Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost. 
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526.  C.  P.  M.  Grant. 

Axd  pbaise  Tut  name  for  Tut  loving  kindness.  — Ps.  13$  :  2. 

1.  Thy  mercy  heard  my  infant  prayer, 
Thy  love,  with  all  a  mother's  care, 

Sustained  my  childish  days  ; 
Thy  goodness  watched  my  ripening  youth, 
And  formed  my  heart  to  love  Thy  truth, 

And  filled  my  lips  with  praise. 

2.  Then  e'en  in  age  and  grief,  Thy  name 
Shall  still  my  languid  heart  inflame, 

And  bow  my  faltering  knee  ; 
O.  yet  this  bosom  feels  the  fire ; 
This  trembling  hand  and  drooping  lyre 

Have  yet  a  strain  for  Thee. 

8.  Yes  ;  broken,  tuneless,  still,  0  Lord, 
This  voice,  transported,  shall  record 

Thy  goodness,  tried  so  long ; 
Till,  sinking  slow,  with  calm  decay, 
Its  feeble  murmurs  melt  away 

Into  a  seraph's  song. 

527.  C.  M.  Watts. 

The  face  of  Jesus.  — 2  Cor.  4  : 6. 

1.  Jesus,  the  vision  of  Thy  face 

Hath  overpowering  charms  ; 
Scarce  shall  I  feel  death's  cold  embrace, 
If  Christ  be  in  my  arms. 

2.  Then,  while  ye  hear  my  heartstrings  break, 

How  sweet  my  minutes  roll ; 
A  mortal  paleness  on  my  cheek, 
And  glory  in  my  soul. 
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528.  C.  M.  Watts. 

The  Lord  is  the  Portion  of  mine  inheritance.  — Pb.  1G :  5. 

1.  My  God,  my  Portion,  and  my  Love, 

My  everlasting  All, 
I've  none  but  Thee  in  heaven  above, 
Or  on  this  earthly  ball. 

2.  To  Thee  I  owe  my  wealth,  and  friends, 

And  health,  and  safe  abode ; 
Thanks  to  Thy  name  for  meaner  things, 
But  they  are  not  my  God. 

3.  Were  I  possessor  of  the  earth, 

And  called  the  stars  mine  own, 
Without  Thy  graces  and  Thyself, 
I  were  a  wretch  undone. 

4.  Let  others  stretch  their  arms  like  seas, 

And  grasp  in  all  the  shore ; 
Grant  me  the  visits  of  Thy  face, 
And  I  desire  no  more. 


529.  C.  M.  Xavier. 

We  love  Hill  because  He  first  loved  us.  —  Uohn  4 :  19. 

1.  Thou,  O  my  Jesus,  Thou  didst  me 

Upon  the  cross  embrace  ; 
For  me  didst  bear  the  nails  and  spear, 
And  manifold  disgrace  ; 

2.  And  griefs  and  torments  numberless, 

And  sweat  of  agony, 
Yea,  death  itself;  and  all  for  one 
That  was  Thine  enemy. 
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3.  Then,  why.  0  blessed  Jesus  Christ, 

Should  I  not  love  Thee  well  ? 
Nbt  for  the  hope  of  winning  heaven, 
IS  or  of  escaping  hell ; 

4.  Not  with  the  hope  of  gaining  aught, 

Not  seeking  a  reward  ; 
But  as  Thyself  hast  love:d  me, 
0  ever-loving  Lord. 

5.  E'en  so  I  love  Thee,  and  will  love, 

And  in  Thy  praise  will  sing, 
Solely  because  Thou  art  my  God, 
And  my  eternal  King. 


530.  c.  m. 

That  he  who  loveth  God  love  his  eeothee  also.  —  Uohn  4 :  21. 

1.  Our  God  is  love,  and  all  His  saints 

His  image  bear  below  ; 
The  heart  with  love  to  God  inspired, 
"With  love  to  man  will  glow. 

2.  Our  heavenly  Father,  Lord,  art  Thou, 

Thy  favored  children  we  ; 
0,  may  we  love  each  other  here, 
As  we  are  loved  by  Thee. 

3.  Heirs  of  the  same  immortal  bliss, 

Our  hopes  and  fears  the  same ; 
With  bonds  of  grace  our  hearts  unite, 
With  mutual  love  inflame. 

4.  So  may  the  vain,  contentious  world 

See  how  true  Christians  love. 
And  glorify  our  Saviour's  grace, 
And  seek  that  grace  to  prove. 
379 


MAN   A    CHRISTIAN. 
DOXOLOGY. 

Let  God  the  Father,  and  the  Son, 

And  Spirit  be  adored, 
Where  there  are  works  to  make  Him  known, 

Or  saints  to  love  the  Lord. 

531.  L.  M.  Merrick. 

Blessed  is  he  that  coxsideretii  tiie  roop..  —  Vs.  41:  1. 

1.  Blessed  who  with  generous  pity  glows, 
Who  learns  to  feel  another's  woes, 
Bows  to  the  poor  man's  want  his  ear, 
And  wipes  the  helpless  orphan's  tear  : 
In  every  want,  in  every  woe, 
Himself  Thy  pity,  Lord,  shall  know. 

2.  Thy  love  his  life  shall  guard,  Thy  hand 
Give  to  his  lot  the  chosen  land ; 

Nor  leave  him,  in  the  dreadful  day, 
To  unrelenting  foes  a  prey. 
"When  languid  with  disease  and  pain, 
Thou,  Lord,  his  spirit  shalt  sustain. 

532.  C.  M.  Cutter. 

Wno  is  my  >-eigiibor  ?  — LukelO:  29. 

1.  Who  is  thy  neighbor?     He  whom  thou 

Hast  power  to  aid  or  bless  ; 
Whose  aching  heart,  or  burning  brow, 
Thy  soothing  hand  may  press. 

2.  Thy  neighbor  ?     'Tis  the  fainting  poor, 

Whose  eye  with  want  is  dim  ; 
0,  enter  thou  his  humble  door 
With  xiid  and  peace  for  him. 
380 


LOYE    AND    OBEDIENCE. 

3.  Thy  neighbor?     'Tis  the  heart  bereft 

Of  any  treasured  gem ; 
Widow  or  orphan  helpless  left  : 
Go  thou,  and  shelter  them. 

4.  Thy  neighbor  ?     'Tis  the  weary  slave, 

Fettered  in  mind  and  limb, 
"Who  hath  no  hope  this  side  the  grave ; 
Go  thou,  and  ransom  him. 

5.  Where'er  thou  meet'st  a  human  form 

Bowed  down  with  grief  and  care, 
Whom  love  may  soothe,  and  kindness  warm, 
Thou'lt  find  a  neighbor  there. 


533.  C.  M.  Watts. 

nE   OATH  GIYEX   TO   TnE    TOOE.  —  Ps.  112  :  P. 

1.  HArrv  is  he  who  fears  the  Lord, 

And  follows  His  commands  : 

Who  lends  the  poor  without  reward, 
Or  gives  with  liberal  hands. 

2.  As  pity  dwells  within  his  breast 

To  all  the  sons  of  need. 
So  God  shall  answer  his  request 
With  blessings  on  his  seed. 

3.  No  evil  tidings  shall  surprise 

His  well-established  mind  : 
His  soul  to  God,  his  Refuge,  flies, 
And  leaves  his  fears  behind. 

4.  In  times  of  general  distress. 

Some  beams  of  light  shall  shine. 
To  show  the  world  his  righteousness, 
And  give  him  peaee  divine. 
3S1 


MAX    A    CHRISTIAN*. 

534.  C.  M.  Bardalld. 

That  ye  love  one  another.  —  John  13  :  04. 

1.  Blessed  is  the  man  whose  softening  heart 

Feels  all  another's  pain  ; 

To  whom  the  supplicating  eye 

Was  never  raised  in  vain ; 

2.  Whose  breast  expands  with  generous  warmth 

A  stranger's  woe  to  feel, 
And  bleeds  in  pity  o'er  the  wound 
He  wants  the  power  to  heal. 

3.  To  gentle  offices  of  love 

His  feet  are  never  slow ; 
He  views  through  mercy's  melting  eye 
A  brother  in  a  foe. 

4.  Peace  from  the  bosom  of  his  God, 

My  peace,  to  him  I  give ; 
And  when  he  kneels  before  the  throne, 
His  trembling  soul  shall  live. 


535.  C.  M.  Doddridge. 

When  He  saw  him  He  nAD  compassion  on  him.  — Luke  10  :  £3. 

1.  Father  of  mercies,  send  Thy  grace 

All  powerful  from  above, 

To  form  in  our  obedient  souls 

The  image  of  Thy  love  ! 

2.  0,  may  our  sympathizing  breasts 

That  generous  pleasure  know, 
Kindly  to  share  in  others'  joy, 
And  weep  for  others'  woe. 
382 


LOVE    AND    OBEDIENCE. 

3.  When  the  most  helpless  sons  of  grief 
In  low  distress  are  laid, 
Soft  be  our  hearts  their  pains  to  feel, 
And  swift  our  hands  to  aid. 


536.  L.  M.  Watts. 

Who  shall  dwell  a  Thy  holy  hill  ?-  Ps.  15  :  1. 

1.  Who  shall  aseend  Thy  heavenly  place, 
Great  God,  and  dwell  before  Thy  face  ? 
The  man  who  minds  religion  now. 
And  humbly  walks  with  God  below  ; 

2.  Whose  hands  are  pure,  whose  heart  is  clean  ; 
Whose  lips  still  speak  the  thing  they  mean  ; 
No  slanders  dwell  upon  his  tongue  ; 

He  hates  to  do  his  neighbor  wrong. 

3.  He  loves  his  enemies,  and  prays 
For  those  who  curse  him  to  his  face ; 
And  does  to  all  men  still  the  same 
That  he  would  hope  or  wish  from  them. 

4.  Yet  when  his  holiest  works  are  done, 
His  soul  depends  on  grace  alone : 
This  is  the  man  Thy  face  shall  see, 
And  dwell  forever,  Lord,  with  Thee. 


537.  C.  M.  Watts. 

I  MADE  HASTE,  AXD  DELAYED  NOT  TO  KEEP  THY  COM1UXPMEXTS. 

Ps.  119  :  60. 

1.  Thou  art  my  Portion.  0  my  God ; 
Soon  as  I  know  Thy  way, 
My  heart  makes  haste  to  obey  Thy  word, 
And  suffers  no  delay. 
383 


MAN   A    CHRISTIAN. 

2.  I  choose  the  path  of  heavenly  truth, 

And  glory  in  my  choice ; 

Not  all  the  riches  of  the  earth 

Could  make  me  so  rejoice. 

3.  The  testimonies  of  Thy  grace 

I  set  before  my  eyes ; 
Thence  I  derive  my  daily  strength, 
And  there  my  comfort  lies. 

4.  If  once  I  wander  from  Thy  path, 

I  think  upon  my  ways, 
Then  turn  my  feet  to  Thy  commands, 
And  trust  Thy  pardoning  grace. 

5.  Now  I  am  Thine,  forever  Thine  ; 

O,  save  Thy  servant,  Lord ! 
Thou  art  my  Shield,  my  Hiding-place ; 
My  hope  is  in  Thy  word. 

538.  C.  M.  Cowper. 

And  Exocn  walked  -WITH  God.  —  Gen.  5  :  24. 

1.  O  for  a  closer  walk  with  God, 

A  cahn  and  heavenly  frame  ; 
A  light  to  shine  upon  the  road 
That  leads  me  to  the  Lamb. 

2.  Where  is  the  blessedness  I  knew 

When  first  I  saw  the  Lord  ? 
Where  is  the  soul-refreshing  view 
Of  Jesus  and  His  word  ? 

3.  What  peaceful  hours  I  once  enjoyed ! 

How  sweet  their  memory  still ! 
But  they  have  left  an  aching  void 
The  world  can  never  fill. 
3S4 


LOVE    AXD    OBEDIENCE. 

4.  Return.  0  holy  Dove  :  return, 

Sweet  Messenger  of  rest  : 
I  hate  the  sins  that  made  Thee  mourn. 
And  drove  Thee  from  my  breast 

5.  The  dearest  idol  I  have  known, 

Whate'er  that  idol  be, 
Help  me  to  tear  it  from  Thy  throne. 
And  worship  only  Thee. 

G.  So  shall  my  walk  be  close  with  God, 
Calm  and  serene  my  frame ; 
So  purer  light  shall  mark  the  road 
That  leads  me  to  the  Lamb. 


539.  c.  at 

Ix  Thy  light  shall  we  see  light.  —  Ps.  Co  :  9L 

1.  Walk  in  the  light !  so  shalt  thou  know 

That  fellowship  of  love 
His  Spirit  only  can  bestow, 
"Who  reigns  in  light  above. 

2.  Walk  in  the  light !  and  thou  shalt  own 

Thy  darkness  passed  away. 
Because  that  light  hath  on  thee  shone 
In  which  is  perfect  day. 

o.  Walk  in  the  light !  and  e'en  the  tomb 
No  fearful  shade  shall  wear ; 
Glory  shall  chase  away  its  gloom, 
For  Christ  hath  conquered  there. 

4.  Walk  in  the  light !  and  thine  shall  be 
A  path,  though  thorny,  bright ; 
For  God,  by  grace,  shall  dwell  in  thee, 
And  God  Himself  is  Light 
25  35o 


540. 


MAX    A    CHRISTIAN. 


L.  M. 


Watts. 


TlIAT   TIIEY  MAY   ADORX   THE   DOCTRIXE.—  Tit.  2  :  10. 

1.  So  let  our  lips  and  lives  express 
The  holy  gospel  we  profess  ; 

So  let  our  works  and  virtues  shine 
To  prove  the  doctrine  all  divine. 

2.  Thus  shall  we  best  proclaim  abroad  • 
The  honors  of  our  Saviour  God, 
When  the  salvation  reigns  within, 
And  grace  subdues  the  power  of  sin. 

3.  Our  flesh  and  sense  must  be  denied, 
Passion  and  envy,  lust  and  pride  ; 
While  justice,  temperance,  truth,  and  love, 
Our  inward  piety  approve. 

4.  Religion  bears  our  spirits  up, 
While  we  expect  that  blessed  hope, 
The  bright  appearance  of  the  Lord ; 
And  faith  stands  leaning  on  His  word. 


541. 


L.  M. 


Watts. 


Rejoiceth  as  a  stroxg  max  to  buk  a  race.  —  Ps.  19 : 5. 

God  of  the  morning,  at  whose  voice 
The  cheerful  sun  makes  haste  to  rise, 

And  like  a  giant  doth  rejoice 

To  run  his  journey  through  the  skies  ! 

From  the  fair  chambers  of  the  east, 

The  circuit  of  his  race  begins, 
And,  without  weariness  or  rest, 

Round  the  whole  earth  he  flies,  and  shines. 

0,  like  the  sun  may  I  fulfil 

The  appointed  duties  of  the  day; 

With  ready  mind,  and  active  will, 
March  on  and  keep  my  heavenly  way. 
386 


LOVE    AND    OBEDIENCE. 

542.  S.  M.  Montgomery. 


1.  So ty  in  the  morn  thy  seed ; 

At  eve  hold  not  thine  hand ; 
To  doubt  and  fear  give  thou  no  heed ; 

Broadcast  it  o'er  the  land ; 
Beside  all  waters  sow, 

The  highway  furrows  stoek, 
Drop  it  where  thorns  and  thistles  grow, 

Scatter  it  on  the  rock. 

2.  The  good,  the  fruitful  ground 

Expect  not  here  nor  there  ; 
O'er  hill  and  dale  by  plots  'tis  found ; 

Go  forth,  then,  every  where ; 
And  duly  shall  appear, 

In  verdure,  beauty,  strength, 
The  tender  blade,  the  stalk,  the  ear, 

And  the  full  corn  at  length. 

3.  Thou  canst  not  toil  in  vain ; 

Cold,  heat,  and  moist,  and  dry, 
Shall  foster  and  mature  the  grain, 

For  garners  in  the  sky ; 
Thence,  when  the  glorious  end, 

The  day  of  God,  is  come, 
The  angel  reapers  shall  descend, 

And  Heaven  cry,  k%  Harvest  home  ! " 
• 

543.  C.  M.  Watts. 

O  THAT  MY  WATS   WERE   DIRECTED   TO  KEEP  TnT   STATUTE  S  !  — PS.  119:  5. 

1.  0  that  the  Lord  would  guide  my  ways, 
To  keep  His  statutes  still ! 
O  that  my  God  would  grant  me  grace 
To  know  and  do  His  will ! 

387 


MAN   A    CHRISTIAN. 

2.  0,  send  Thy  Spirit  down  to  "write 

Thy  law  upon  my  heart ; 
Nor  let  my  tongue  indulge  deceit, 
Nor  act  the  liar's  part. 

3.  From  vanity  turn  off  my  eyes ; 

Let  no  corrupt  design 
Nor  covetous  desires  arise 
Within  this  soul  of  mine. 

4.  Order  my  footsteps  by  Thy  word, 

And  make  my  heart  sincere  ; 
Let  sin  have  no  dominion,  Lord, 
But  keep  my  conscience  clear. 


544. 


C.  M. 


Cutter. 


TO  EYEEY  MAN  ACCORDING  TO  HIS   SEVERAL  ABILITY.  — Matt  25  :  15. 

1.  Hide  not  thy  talent  in  the  earth, 

However  small  it  be ; 
Its  faithful  use,  its  utmost  worth, 

God  will  require  of  thee. 
His  own,  which  He  hath  lent  on  trust, 

He  asks  of  thee  again ; 
Little  or  much,  the  claim  is  just, 

And  thine  excuses  vain. 


What  if  the  little  rain  should  plead, 

"  So  small  a  drop  as  I 
Can  ne'er  refresh  yon  thirsty  mead ; 

I'll  tarry  in  the  sky  " ! 
What  if  a  shining  beam  of  noon 

Should  in  its  fountain  stay, 
Because  its  feeble  light  alone 

Was  not  enough  for  day  ? 
388 


SELF-EXAMINATION    AND    HUMILITY. 

.  Doth  not  each  rain  drop  help  to  form 
The  cool,  refreshing  shower  ? 

And  every  ray  of  light  to  warm 

And  beautify  the  flower? 
Go,  then,  and  strive  to  do  thy  part, 

Though  humble  it  may  be  ; 
The  ready  hand,  the  willing  heart, 

Are  all  Heaven  asks  of  thee. 


MAX    A    CHRISTIAN.  —  SELF-EXAMIXA- 
TIOX  AXD   HUMILITY. 

545.  C.    M.  MlDDLETON. 

Examine  youeselves.  — 2  Cor.  13  :  5. 

1.  As  o'er  the  past  my  memory  strays, 

Why  heaves  the  secret  sigh  ? 
'Tis  that  I  mourn  departed  days, 
Still  unprepared  to  die. 

2.  The  world,  and  worldly  things  beloved, 

My  anxious  thoughts  employed ; 
And  time  unhallowed,  unimproved, 
Presents  a  fearful  void. 

3.  Yet.  holy  Father,  wild  despair 

Chase  from  my  laboring  breast  ; 
Thy  grace  it  is  which  prompts  the  prayer ; 
That  grace  can  do  the  rest. 

4.  My  life's  brief  remnant  all  be  Thine  ; 

And  when  Thy  sure  decree 
Bids  me  this  fleeting  breath  resign, 
O,  speed  my  soul  to  Thee. 
389 


MAN   A    CHRISTIAN. 

546.  7s.  Newton. 

Lovest  thou  Me?  — John  21:  1G. 

1.  'Tis  a  point  I  long  to  know ; 

Oft  it  causes  anxious  thought : 
Do  I  love  the  Lord,  or  no  ? 

Am  I  His,  or  am  I  not? 
Could  my  heart  so  hard  remain, 

Prayer  a  task  and  burden  prove, 
Every  trifle  give  me  pain, 

If  I  knew  a  Saviour's  love  ? 

2.  When  I  turn  my  eyes  within, 

All  is  dark,  and  vain,  and  wild ; 
Filled  with  unbelief  and  sin, 

Can  I  deem  myself  a  child  ? 
Yet  I  mourn  my  stubborn  will, 

Find  my  sin  a  grief  and  thrall ; 
Should  I  grieve  for  what  I  feel, 

If  I  did  not  love  at  all  ? 

3.  Lord,  decide  the  doubtful  case, 

Thou  who  art  Thy  people's  Sun ; 
Shine  upon  Thy  work  of  grace, 

If  it  be  indeed  begun. 
Let  me  love  Thee  more  and  more, 

If  I  love  at  all,  I  pray ; 
If  I  have  not  loved  before, 

Help  me  to  begin  to-day. 

547.  c.  m.  Cowper. 

Isaac  wext  out  to  meditate  nr  the  field  at  the  eventide.—  Gen.  24  :  63, 

1.  Far  from  the  world,  O  Lord,  I  flee, 
From  strife  and  tumult  far, 
From  scenes  where  Satan  wages  still 
His  most  successful  war. 
390 


SELF-EXAMINATION'    AND    HUMILITY. 

2.  The  calm  retreat,  the  silent  shade, 

With  prayer  and  praise  agree, 
And  seem  by  Thy  sweet  bounty  made 
For  those  who  follow  Thee. 

3.  There,  if  Thy  Spirit  touch  the  soul, 

And  grace  her  mean  abode, 
O,  with  what  peace,  and  joy.  and  love, 
She  communes  with  her  God ! 

4.  There,  like  the  nightingale,  she  pours 

Her  solitary  lays ; 
iNor  asks  a  witness  of  her  song, 
Nor  thirsts  for  human  praise. 

5.  Author  and  Guardian  of  my  life, 

Sweet  Source  of  light  divine, 

And  all  harmonious  names  in  one, 

My  Saviour,  Thou  art  mine. 

548.  L.  M.  Watts. 

If  ye  live  afteb  the  flesh,  ye  shall  die.  — Rom.  8:  13. 

1 .  My  God.  permit  me  not  to  be 
A  stranger  to  myself  and  Thee ; 
Amid  a  thousand  thoughts  I  rove, 
Forgetful  of  my  highest  love. 

2.  Why  should  my  passions  mix  with  earth, 
And  thus  debase  my  heavenly  birth  ? 
"Why  should  I  cleave  to  things  below, 
And  let  my  God,  my  Saviour,  go  ? 

3.  Call  me  away  from  flesh  and  sense  ; 

One  sovereign  word  can  draw  me  thence  ; 
I  would  obey  the  voice  divine, 
And  all  inferior  joys  resign. 
391 


MAN    A    CHRISTIAN. 

4.  Be  earth  with  all  her  scenes  withdrawn; 
Let  noise  and  vanity  be  gone ; 
In  secret  silence  of  the  mind, 
My  heaven,,  and  there  my  God,  I  find. 

549.  S.  M.  Watts. 

What  max  is  he  that  feaueth  im  Lord?  — Ps.  2o  :  12. 

1.  Where  shall  the  man  be  found 

Who  fears  to  offend  his  God, 
Who  loves  the  gospel's  joyful  sound, 
And  trembles  at  the  rod  ? 

2.  The  Lord  shall  make  him  know 

The  secrets  of  his  heart ; 
The  wonders  of  His  covenant  show, 
And  all  His  love  impart. 

3.  The  dealings  of  His  hand 

Are  truth  and  mercy,  still, 
With  such  as  to  His  covenant  stand, 
And  love  to  do  His  will. 

550.  L.  M.  Doddridge. 

Commune  vtitti  tour  ovry  heart.  — Ps.  4 :  4. 

1.  Return,  my  roving  heart,  return, 

And  chase  these  shadowy  forms  no  more ; 
Seek  out  some  solitude  to  mourn, 
And  Thy  forsaken  God  implore. 

2.  Wisdom  and  pleasure  dwell  at  home ; 

Retired  and  silent,  seek  them  there ; 
True  conquest  is  ourselves  to  o'ercome, 

True  strength,  to  break  the  tempter's  snare. 
392 


SELF-EXAMINATION    AND    HUMILITY. 

And  Thou,  my  God,  whose  piercing  eye 
Distinct  surveys  each  deep  recess; 

In  these  abstracted  hours  draw  nigh, 
And  with  Thy  presence  fill  the  place. 

Through  all  the  mazes  of  my  heart, 
My  search  let  heavenly  wisdom  guide, 

And  still  its  radiant  beams  impart, 
Till  all  be  searched  and  purified. 


551.  S.  M.  Keble. 

Though  the  Loed  be  men,  yet  hath  he  eespect  tnto  the  lowly. 

Ps.  1 

1.  Blessed  are  the  pure  in  heart, 

For  they  shall  see  our  God ; 

The  secret  of  the  Lord  is  theirs  ; 

Their  soul  is  Christ's  abode. 

2.  Still  to  the  lowly  soul 

He  doth  Himself  impart, 
And  for  His  cradle  and  His  throne 
Chooseth  the  pure  in  heart. 

552.  L.  31.  Watts. 

Examine  me,  O  Loed,  and  peove  me.  — Ps.  26:  2. 

1.  Judge  me,  O  Lord,  and  prove  my  ways, 

And  try  my  reins,  and  try  my  heart ; 
My  faith  upon  Thy  promise  stays, 
Nor  from  Thy  law  my  feet  depart. 

2.  Among  Thy  saints  will  I  appear, 

With  hands  well  washed  in  innocence ; 
But  when  I  stand  before  Thy  bar, 
The  blood  of  Christ  is  my  defence. 
393 


MAN   A    CHRISTIAN. 

3.  I  love  Thy  habitation,  Lord ; 

The  temple  where  Thine  honors  dwell ; 
There  shall  I  hear  Thy  holy  word, 
And  there  Thy  works  of  wonder  tell. 

4.  Let  not  my  soul  be  joined  at  last 

With  men  of  treachery  and  blood, 
Since  I  my  days  on  earth  have  passed 
Among  the  saints,  and  near  my  God. 

553.  L.  M.  Enfield. 

Those  that  walk  in  pride  He  is  able  to  abase.  — Dan.  4  :  07. 

1.  Wherefore  should  man,  frail  child  of  clay, 

Who  from  the  cradle  to  the  shroud, 
Lives  but  the  insect  of  a  day, 

O,  why  should  mortal  man  be  proud  ? 

2.  His  brightest  visions  just  appear, 

Then  vanish,  and  no  more  are  found ; 
The  stateliest  pile  his  pride  can  rear, 
A  breath  may  level  with  the  ground. 

3.  By  doubt  perplexed,  in  error  lost, 

With  trembling  step  he  seeks  his  way ; 
How  vain  of  wisdom's  gift  the  boast ! 
Of  reason's  lamp  how  faint  the  ray ! 

4.  Follies  and  sins,  a  countless  sum, 

Are  crowded  in  life's  little  span  ; 
How  ill,  alas  !  does  pride  become 
That  erring,  guilty  creature,  man  ! 

5.  God  of  my  life,  Father  divine, 

Give  me  a  meek  and  lowly  mind ; 
In  modest  worth,  O,  let  me  shine, 
And  peace  in  humble  virtue  find. 
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SELF-EXAMINATION    AND    HUMILITY. 

554.  7s.  C.  Wesley. 

IICMELEXESS    OF   MI>'D.  —  Col.  3  :  12. 

1.  When,  my  Saviour,  shall  I  be 
Perfectly  resigned  to  Thee  ? 
Poor  and  vile  in  my  own  eyes, 
Only  in  Thy  wisdom  wise  ? 

2.  Only  Thee  content  to  know, 
Ignorant  of  all  below  ? 

Only  guided  by  Thy  light  ? 
Only  mighty  in  Thy  might? 

3.  Fully  in  my  life  express 
All  the  heights  of  holiness ; 
Sweetly  let  my  spirit  prove 
All  the  depths  of  humble  love. 

555.  C.  At  Watts. 

LOED,  JIT  HEART   IS   XOT  HAUGniT.  —  P3.  131  !  1. 

1.  Is  there  ambition  in  my  heart  ? 

Search,  gracious  God,  and  see ; 
Or  do  I  act  a  haughty  part  ? 
Lord,  I  appeal  to  Thee. 

2.  I  charge  my  thoughts,  be  humble  still, 

And  all  my  carriage  mild  ; 
Content,  my  Father,  with  Thy  will, 
And  quiet  as  a  child. 

3.  The  patient  soul,  the  lowly  mind, 

Shall  have  a  large  reward ; 
Let  saints  in  sorrow  lie  resigned, 
And  trust  a  faithful  Lord. 
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556.  L.  M.  Ltte 

I  AM  MEEK  AND  LOWLY  IX  HEART.  —  Matt.  11  :  29. 

1.  "0,  learn  of  Me,"  the  Saviour  cried ; 
"  O,  learn  of  Me,  ye  sons  of  pride  ; 
For  I  am  lowly,  humble,  meek ; 

No  haughty  looks  high  thoughts  bespeak." 

2.  Yes,  blest  Immanuel,  Thou  wast  mild, 
Patient,  and  gentle  as  a  child ; 

And  they  who  would  Thy  kingdom  see 
Must  meek  and  lowly  be,  like  Thee. 

557.  8s  &  7s.       Pratt's  Coll. 

Mr  SOUL  13  EVEN  AS  A  WEAXED  CHILD.  — Ps.  131  :  2. 

1.  Let  Thy  grace,  Lord,  make  me  lowly, 

Humble  all  my  swelling  pride  ; 
Fallen,  guilty,  and  unholy, 

Greatness  from  my  eyes  I'll  hide. 

2.  I'll  forbid  my  vain  aspiring, 

Nor  at  earthly  honors  aim ; 
No  ambitious  heights  desiring, 
Far  above  my  humble  claim. 

o.  Weaned  from  earth's  vexatious  pleasures, 
Li  Thy  love  I'll  seek  for  mine ; 
Placed  in  heaven  my  nobler  treasures, 
Earth  I  quietly  resign. 

4.  Israel,  thus  the  world  despising, 
On  the  Lord  alone  rely ;  ; 
Then  from  Him  thy  joys  arising, 
Like  Himself  shall  never  die. 
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558.  U 

Blessed  aee  the  poor  b  spieit.  —  Matt.  5  :  3. 

1.  Lord,  if  Thou  Thy  grace  impart. 
Poor  in  spirit,  meek  in  heart, 

I  shall  as  my  Master  be, 
Rooted  in  humility ; 

2.  Simple,  teachable,  and  mild, 
Changed  into  a  little  child  ; 
Pleased  with  all  the  Lord  provides, 

Weaned  from  all  the  world  besides. 

3.  Father,  fix  my  soul  on  Thee  ; 
Every  evil  let  me  flee  ; 
Nothing  want,  beneath,  above, 
Happy  in  Thy  precious  love. 

4.  O  that  all  may  seek  and  find 
Every  good  in  Jesus  joined  ! 
Him  let  Israel  still  adore. 

Trust  Him.  praise  Him  evermore- 


MAX  A   CHRISTIAN.  — TRIALS   AND 
TEMPTATIONS. 

559.  7s.  Newtoh. 

O  THAT  I  TTEEE   AS   15"  MONTHS   PAST.  —  Job  29  :  2. 

1.  0>"CE  I  thought  mj  mountain  strong, 
Firmly  fixed,  no  more  to  move ; 
Then  my  Saviour  was  my  song. 

Then  my  soul  was  filled  with  love  : 
Those  were  happy,  golden  days. 
Sweetly  spent  in  prayer  and  praise. 
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MAN    A    CHRISTIAN. 

2.  Little,  then,  myself  I  knew, 

Little  thought  of  Satan's  power; 
Now  I  feel  my  sin>  anew, 

Now  I  feel  the  stormy  hour ; 
Sin  has  put  my  joys  to  flight, 
Sin  has  turned  my  day  to  night. 

3.  Saviour,  shine,  and  cheer  my  soul ; 

Bid  my  dying  hopes  revive ; 
Make  my  wounded  spirit  whole  ; 

Far  away  the  tempter  drive  ; 
Speak  the  word,  and  set  me  free ; 
Let  me  live  alone  to  Thee. 


560.  L.  M.  Watts. 

Hope  thou  nr  God.  —  Ps.  42  :  5. 

1.  My  spirit  sinks  within  me,  Lord ; 

But  I  will  call  Thy  name  to  mind, 
And  times  of  past  distress  record, 

When  I  have  found  my  God  was  kind. 

2.  Huge  troubles,  with  tumultuous  noise, 

Swell  like  a  sea,  and  round  me  spread ; 
Thy  waterspouts  drown  all  my  joys, 
And  rising  waves  roll  o'er  my  head. 

3.  Yet  will  the  Lord  command  His  love, 

When  I  address  His  throne  by  day  ; 
Nor  in  the  night  His  grace  remove  ; 
The  night  shall  hear  me  sing  and  pray. 

4.  Thy  light  and  truth  shall  guide  me  still ; 

Thy  word  shall  my  best  thoughts  employ, 
And  lead  me  to  Thine  heavenly  hill, 
My  God,  my  most  exceeding  Joy. 
398 


TRIALS    AND    TEMPTATIONS. 

561.  73.  COWTER. 

Toe  trial  of  tour  faitit.  —  1  Pet.  1  :  7. 

1.  'Tis  my  happiness  below 

Not  to  live  without  the  cross, 
But  the  Saviour's  power  to  know, 
Sanctifying  every  loss. 

2.  Trials  must  and  will  befell ; 

But  with  humble  faith  to  see 
Love  inscribed  upon  them  all  — 
This  is  happiness  to  me. 

3.  Trials  make  the  promise  sweet ; 

Trials  give  new  life  to  prayer ; 
Trials  bring  me  to  His  feet, 

Lay  me  low,  and  keep  me  there. 


562.  S.  M.       Tate  &  Brady. 

My  soul  doth  ttait.  — Ps.  130:  5. 

1.  From  lowest  depths  of  woe, 

To  God  I  send  my  cry ; 
Lord,  hear  my  supplicating  voice, 
And  graciously  reply. 

2.  My  soul  with  patience  waits 

For  Thee,  the  living  Lord ; 
My  hopes  are  on  Thy  promise  built, 
Thy  never-failing  word. 

3.  My  longing  eyes  look  out 

For  Thy  enlivening  ray, 
More  duly  than  the  morning  watch 
To  spy  the  dawning  day. 
399 


MAN   A    CHRISTIAN. 

Let  Israel  trust  in  God  ; 

No  bounds  His  mercy  knows; 
The  plenteous  Source  and  Spring  from  whence 

Eternal  succor  flows. 


563.  C.  M.  Watts. 

Unless  Thy  law  had  been  my  delights.  —  Ps.  119  :  92. 

1.  Consider  all  my  sorrows,  Lord, 

And  Thy  deliverance  send ; 

My  soul  for  Thy  salvation  faints ; 

When  will  my  troubles  end  ? 

2.  Yet  have  I  found  'tis  good  for  me 

To  bear  my  Father's  rod  ; 
Afflictions  make  me  learn  Thy  law, 
And  live  upon  my  God. 

3.  Had  not  Thy  word  been  my  delight, 

When  earthly  joys  were  fled, 
My  soul,  oppressed  with  sorrow's  weight, 
Had  sunk  among  the  dead. 

4.  Before  I  knew  Thy  chastening  rod, 

My  feet  were  apt  to  stray ; 
But  now  I  learn  to  keep  Thy  word, 
Nor  wander  from  Thy  way. 


564.  L.  M.  Newton. 

Happy  is  tiie  man  whom  God  correcteth.—  Job  5  :  17. 

1.  I  asked  the  Lord  that  I  might  grow 
In  faith,  and  love,  and  every  grace ; 
Might  more  of  His  salvation  know, 
And  seek  more  earnestly  His  face. 
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TRIALS    AND    TEMPTATIONS. 

2.  I  hoped  that  in  some  favored  hour 

At  <mic<"  He'd  an>wer  my  request, 

And.  by  His  lore's  con-training  power, 

Subdue  my  sins  and  give  me  rest 

3.  Instead  of  this.  He  made  me  feel 

The  hidden  evils  of  my  heart, 
And  let  the  angry  powers  of  hell 
Assault  my  soul  in  every  part. 

4.  Yea,  more,  with  His  own  hand  He  seemed 

Intent  to  aggravate  my  woe, 
Crossed  all  the  fair  designs  I  schemed, 
Blasted  my  hopes,  and  laid  me  low. 

5.  "  Lord,  why  is  this  ?  "  I  trembling  cried  ; 

-  Wilt  Thou  pursue  Thy  worm  to  death  ?  n 
tt  'Tis  in  this  way,"  the  Lord  replied, 
u  I  answer  prayer  for  grace  and  faith. 

6.  u  These  inward  trials  I  employ. 

From  self  and  pride  to  set  thee  free, 
And  break  thy  schemes  of  earthly  joy, 
That  thou  mayst  seek  thy  all  in  Me." 


565.  C.  M.  Watts. 

SlEAIT   IS   THE   GATE,  AND   XARF.OW  IS   THE  WAY,  ^THICI!  LEADETH  DITTO   LIFE. 

Matt,  t  I  14. 

1.  Our  journey  is  a  thorny  maze ; 

But  we  march  upward  still, 
Forget  these  troubles  of  the  ways, 
And  reach  at  Zion's  hill. 

2.  See  the  kind  angels  at  the  gates 

Inviting  us  to  come  ; 
There  Jesus,  the  Forerunner,  waits 
To  welcome  travellers  home. 
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MAN    A    CHRISTIAN. 

3.  There,  on  a  green  and  flowery  mount, 

Our  weary  souls  shall  sit, 

And,  with  transporting  joys,  recount 
The  labors  of  our  feet. 

4.  Eternal  glory  to  the  King 

Who  brought  us  safely  through  : 
Our  tongues  shall  never  cease  to  sing, 
And  endless  praise  renew. 

566.  S.   M.  DWIGHT. 

My  socl  is  full  of  troubles.  — Ps.  88:  3. 

1.  I  saw,  beyond  the  tomb, 

The  awful  Judge  appear, 
Prepared  to  scan  with  strict  account 
My  blessings  wasted  here. 

2.  His  wrath,  like  flaming  fire, 

Burned  to  the  lowest  hell ; 
And  in  that  hopeless  world  of  woe 
He  bade  my  spirit  dwell. 

3.  My  friends  —  now  friends  no  more 

At  infinite  remove, 
Left  me  to  gain  their  rich  reward, 
And  taste  forgiving  love. 

4.  Then  to  the  Lord  I  prayed, 

And  raised  a  bitter  cry : 
"  Hear  me,  O  God,  and  save  my  soul, 
Lest  I  forever  die." 

5.  He  heard  my  humble  cry. 

He  saved  my  soul  from  death  ; 
To  Him  I'll  give  my  heart  and  hands, 
And  consecrate  my  breath. 
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TRIALS    AND    TEMPTATIONS. 
567  L.  M.  "Watts. 

Mv  SOUL  DOTU  WAIT.  — Ps.  130:5. 

1.  From  deep  distress  and  troubled  thoughts 

To  Thee,  my  God,  I  raised  my  cries ; 
If  Thou  severely  mark  our  faults, 

No  flesh  can  stand  before  Thine  eyes. 

2.  But  Thou  hast  built  Thy  throne  of  grace, 

Free  to  dispense  Thy  pardons  there, 
That  sinners  may  approach  Thy  face, 
And  hope  and  love,  as  well  as  fear. 

3.  As  the  benighted  pilgrims  wait. 

And  long  and  wish  for  breaking  day, 
So  waits  my  soul  before  Thy  gate  : 
When  will  my  God  His  face  display  ? 

•i.  My  trust  is  fixed  upon  Thy  word. 

Nor  shall  I  trust  Thy  word  in  vain  ; 
Let  mourning  souls  address  the  Lord, 
And  rind  relief  from  all  their  pain. 

568.  L.  31.  Cowper. 

Let  >-qt  the  watee-flood  oteeflcw  me.  —  Ps.  G&  :  15. 

1.  God  of  mv  life,  to  Thee  I  call; 
Afflicted,  at  Thy  feet  I  fall : 
When  the  great  water-flood-  prevail. 
Leave  not  my  trembling  heart  to  tail. 

2.  Friend  of  the  friendles-  and  the  faint. 
"Where  should  I  lodge  my  deep  complaint  ? 
Where,  but  with  Thee,  whose  open  door 
Invites  the  helpless  and  the  poor  ? 

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MAN   A    CHRISTIAN. 

3.  Did  ever  mourner  plead  with  Thee, 
And  Thou  refuse  that  mourner's  plea  ? 
Does  not  the  word  still  fixed  remain, 
That  none  shall  seek  Thy  faee  in  vain  ? 

4.  Poor  though  I  am,  despised,  forgot, 
Yet  God,  my  God,  forgets  me  not ; 
And  he  is  safe,  and  must  succeed, 

For  whom  the  Lord  vouchsafes  to  plead. 

569.  L.  M.  Pratt's  Coll. 

TEACn  MB  TlIY  WAY,  O  Lord.  — Ps.  86:  11. 

1.  Thou  great  Instructor,  lest  I  stray, 
O,  teach  my  erring  feet  Thy  way ; 
Thy  truth,  with  ever-fresh  delight, 
Shall  guide  my  doubtful  steps  aright. 

2.  How  oft  my  heart's  affections  yield, 
And  wander  o'er  the  world's  wide  field ! 
My  vagrant  passions,  Lord,  reclaim ; 
Unite  them  all  to  fear  Thy  name. 

3.  Then  to  my  God  my  heart  and  tongue, 
With  all  their  powers,  shall  raise  the  song : 
On  earth  Thy  glories  I'll  declare, 

Till  heaven  the  immortal  notes  shall  hear. 


570.  C.  M.  Watts. 

Vanity  of  vanities  ;  all  is  vanity.  — Eccl.  1 :  2. 

1.  How  vain  are  all  things  here  below  ! 
How  false,  and  yet  how  fair  ! 
Each  pleasure  hath  its  poison  too, 
And  every  sweet  a  snare. 
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TRIALS    AND    TEMPTATIONS. 

2.  The  brightest  things  below  tbe  sky 

Give  but  a  flattering  light ; 
We  should  suspect  some  danger  nigh, 
Where  we  possess  delight. 

3.  Our  dearest  joys,  and  nearest  friends, 

The  partners  of  our  blood. 
How  they  divide  our  wavering  minds, 
And  leave  but  half  for  God  ! 

4.  The  fondness  of  a  creature's  love, 

How  strong  it  strikes  the  sense ! 
Thither  the  warm  affections  move, 
Nor  can  we  call  them  thence. 

5.  Dear  Saviour,  let  Thy  beauties  be 

My  soul's  eternal  food, 
And  grace  command  my  heart  away 
From  all  created  good. 

571.  C.  M.  Watts. 

Wz  CLOET  IN  TRIBULATIONS  ALSO.  — Eom.  5:  3. 

1.  When  I  can  read  my  title  clear 

To  mansions  in  the  skies, 
I  bid  farewell  to  every  fear, 
And  wipe  my  weeping  eyes. 

2.  Should  earth  against  my  soul  engage, 

And  hellish  darts  be  hurled. 

Then  I  can  smile  at  Satan's  rage, 

And  face  a  frowning  world. 

3.  Let  cares,  like  a  wild  deluge,  come, 

And  storms  of  sorrow  fall : 
May  I  but  safely  reach  my  home, 
My  God,  my  heaven,  my  All ; 
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4.  There  shall  I  bathe  my  weary  soul 
In  seas  of  heavenly  rest, 
And  not  a  wave  of  trouble  roll 
Across  my  peaceful  breast. 


572.  lis.  Grant. 

Partakers  of  Christ's  sufferings.  —  1  Pet.  4:  13. 

1.  Saviour,  whose  mercy,  severe  in  its  kindness, 

Has  chastened  my  wanderings  and  guided  my  way, 
Adored  be  the  power  which  illumined  my  blindness, 
And  weaned  me  from  phantoms  that  smiled  to 
betray. 

2.  The  blossom  blushed  bright,  but  a  worm  was  below ; 

The  moonlight  shone  fair,  there  was  blight  in  the 
beam  ; 
Sweet  whispered  the  breeze,  but  it  whispered  of 
woe  ; 
And  bitterness  flowed  in  the  soft  flowing  stream. 

3.  So,  cured  of  my  folly,  yet  cured  but  in  part, 

I  turned  to  the  refuge  Thy  pity  displayed ; 
And  still  did  this  eager  and  credulous  heart 

Weave  visions  of  promise  that  bloomed  but  to  fade. 

4.  I  dreamed  of  celestial  rewards  and  renown ; 

I  grasped  at  the  triumph  which  blesses  the  brave ; 

I  asked  tor  the  palm  branch,  the  robe,  and  the  crown ; 

I  asked,  and  Thou  show'dst  me  a  cross  and  a  grave. 

5.  Subdued  and  instructed,  at  length,  to  Thy  will, 

My  hopes  and  my  longings  I  fain  would  resign; 
0,  give  me  the  heart  that  can  wait  and  be  still, 
Nor  know  of  a  wish  or  a  pleasure  but  Thine. 
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TRIALS    AND    TEMPTATIONS. 

6.  There  are  mansions  exempted  from  sin  and  from  woe, 
But  they  stand  in  a  region  by  mortals  uhtrod; 
There  are  rivers  of  joy.  but  they  roll  not  below: 
There  is  rest,  but  it  dwells  in  the  presence  of  God. 


573.  L.    M.  TORREY. 

Axd  tue  Lord  turned  and  looked  upox  FfcTER.  — Luke  22  :  6L 

1.  When  silent  steal  across  my  soul 

Remembrances  of  broken  vows, 
And  tears,  almost  beyond  control, 
Flow,  as  my  guilty  spirit  bows,  — 

2.  'Tis  then  I've  caught  the  Saviour's  eye, 

Viewing  with  looks  of  injured  love, 

A  soul,  for  whom  He  deigned  to  die, 
Inconstant  and  ungrateful  prove. 

3.  O,  had  He  not  so  kindly  glanced, 

My  weeping  soul  in  anguish  cries, 
I  could  have  borne  that  searching  look, 
But  now  I  yield ;  my  spirit  dies. 

4.  No  more  on  promises  I'll  rest, 

Nor  resolutions  vainly  made. 
But  leaning  on  my  Saviour's  breast, 
Implore  His  Spirit's  gracious  aid. 

574  S.    M.  BONAR. 

Ye  WERE  AS   SHEEP  GOIXG  ASTRAY. —  1  Pet.  2  :  25. 

1.  I  was  a  wandering  sheep  ; 
I  did  not  love  the  fold ; 
I  did  not  love  my  Shepherd's  voice ; 
I  would  not  be  controlled ; 
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MAN    A    CSRIflTIAH. 

I  :d  child ; 

I  did  not  love  my  home  ; 
I  did  not 

I  V  i  in. 

ght  H 
The  Father  *    _..•  His  child; 

rJ  and  hill, 

and  wild ; 
i  I  me  nigh  to  death, 

J  -       1.  and  faint,  and  lone  ; 

ri  'j  the  bands  of  love ; 

Xhej  he  wandei  i 

I  ring  sheep  ; 

I  ■■  strolled  : 

But  now  I  love  my  Shepherd's  voice; 

I  love,  I  love  His  fold. 

-  a  wayward  child  ; 
I  on  rred  to  roam  ; 

But  now  I  love  my  Father's  voice, 
I  i 


575  L.  M.  Doddridge. 

Wit.  ra  i::j:.  — P-.  1 1 

1.  Tup:  darkei  ow  thick  it  low 

Troubled  wit]  .  and  big  with  -how-.: 

cheerful  gleam  of  light  appe 

But  Nature  p  tears. 

2.  T:  unknown 

red  furrow-  -own  ; 

m  thick  they  rise, 
And  with  fresh  verds 

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TRIADS    AND    TEMPTATIONS. 

3.  In  secret  foldings  they  contain 
Unnumbered  fears  of  golden  grain  : 

And  heaven  shall  pour  its  beams  around, 
Till  the  ripe  harvest  load  the  ground. 

4.  Then  shall  the  trembling  mourner  come. 

And  bind  his  sheaves,  and  bear  them  home; 
The  voiee  long  broke  with  sighs  shall  sing, 

Till  heaven  with  hallelujahs  ring. 

576.  L.  M.  Watts. 

Tnor  iiast  froyep  mine  heakt.  —  ft.  17:  3. 

1.  LORD,  I  am  Thine  :  but  Thou  wilt  prove 
My  faith,  my  patience,  and  my  love : 
When  men  of  spite  against  me  join, 
They  are  the  sword  —  the  hand  is  Thine. 

"2.  What  sinners  value  I  resign  : 

Lord,  'tis  enough  that  Thou  art  mine  : 
I  shall  behold  Thy  blissful  thee. 
And  stand  complete  in  righteousness. 

3.  This  life's  a  dream,  an  empty  show : 
But  the  bright  world  to  which  I  go 
Hath  joys  substantial  and  sincere  : 
When  shall  I  wake  and  find  me  there  ? 

4.  0  glorious  hour !   0  blest  abode  ! 
I  shall  be  near  and  like  my  God, 
And  flesh  and  sin  no  more  control 
The  sacred  pleasures  of  the  soul. 

5.  My  flesh  shall  slumber  in  the  ground 
Till  the  last  trumpet's  joyful  sound  : 
Then  burst  the  chains  with  sweet  surprise. 
And  in  my  Saviour's  image  rise. 

400 


MAX    A    CHRISTIAN. 

577.  C.  M.  Watts. 

He  iiatu  put  a  new  song  in  my  mouth.  —  Vs.  40:  3. 

1.  I  waited  patient  for  the  Lord; 

He  bowed  to  hear  my  cry  ; 

He  saw  me  resting  on  His  word, 

And  brought  salvation  nigh. 

2.  He  raised  me  from  a  horrid  pit, 

Where  mourning  long  I  lay, 
And  from  my  bonds  released  my  feet  — 
Deep  bonds  of  miry  clay. 

3.  Firm  on  a  rock  He  made  me  stand, 

And  taught  my  cheerful  tongue 
To  praise  the  wonders  of  His  hand 
In  a  new,  thankful  song. 

4.  I'll  spread  His  works  of  grace  abroad ; 

The  saints  with  joy  shall  hear, 
And  sinners  learn  to  make  my  God 
Their  only  hope  and  fear. 

578.  8s  &  7s.  Raxkix. 

Tiie  Loud  shall  give  thee  rest  from  thy  sorrow.  —  Is.  14:  3. 

1.  Laboring  and  heavy  laden 

With  my  sins,  O  Lord,  I  roam  ; 
While  I  know  Thou  hast  invited 
All  such  wanderers  to  their  home. 

2.  Make  my  stubborn  spirit  willing 

To  obey  Thy  gracious  voice  ; 
At  the  cross  to  leave  its  burden, 
And  departing  to  rejoice. 
410 


TRIALS    AXD    TEMPTATIONS. 

3.  Thy  Bweet  yoke  I'd  take  upon  me. 

And  -would  learn,  0  Lord,  of  Thee  ; 
Thou  art  meek  in  heart,  and  lowly ; 
Teach  me  like  Thyself  to  be. 

4.  Rest  my  weary  soul  is  seeking 

From  its  .-ins  and  all  its  woes  ; 
In  Thy  bosom  I  would  place  me, 
There  to  find  a  blest  repose. 

5.  Laboring  and  heavy  laden, 

Lord,  no  longer  will  I  roam 
Here  I  fix  my  habitation 

In  Thy  sheltering  love  at  home. 

579.  c.  jjfi. 

Before  I  was  afflicted,  I  went  astp.at.  —  Vs.  119:  67. 

1.  In  trouble  and  in  grief.  0  God, 

Thy  smile  hath  cheered  my  way, 
And  joy  hath  budded  from  each  thorn 
That  round  my  footsteps  lay. 

2.  The  hours  of  pain  have  yielded  good 

Which  prosperous  days  refused ; 
As  herbs,  though  scentless  when  entire, 
Spread  fragrance  when  they're  bruised. 

3.  The  oak  strikes  deeper  as  its  boughs 

By  furious  blasts  are  driven  ; 
So  life's  tempestuous  storms  the  more 
Have  fixed  my  heart  in  heaven. 

4.  All-gracious  Lord,  whate'er  my  lot 

In  other  times  may  be. 
I'll  welcome  still  the  heaviest  grief 
That  brings  me  near  to  Thee. 

411 


MAX    A    CHRISTIAN. 


580. 


S.  M. 


Watts. 


Blessed  is  de  whose  transgression  is  forgiven.—  Ps. 32:1. 

1.  0,  blessed  souls  are  they 

Whose  sins  are  covered  o'er ; 
Divinely  blessed,  to  whom  the  Lord 
Imputes  their  guilt  no  more. 

2.  They  mourn  their  follies  past, 

And  keep  their  hearts  with  care  ; 
Their  lips  and  lives,  without  deceit, 
Shall  prove  their  faith  sincere. 

3.  While  I  concealed  my  guilt, 

I  felt  the  festering  wound, 
Till  I  confessed  my  sins  to  Thee, 
And  ready  pardon  found. 

4.  Let  sinners  learn  to  pray, 

Let  saints  keep  near  the  throne ; 
Oar  help,  in  times  of  deep  distress, 
Is  found  in  God  alone. 


58L 


S.  M. 


"Watts. 


3Il>~E  EYES  ARE   EVER  TOWARD   TnE   LORD.  — Ps.  23:  15. 


1.  Mine  eyes  and  my  desire 

Are  ever  to  the  Lord ; 
I  love  to  plead  His  promises, 
And  rest  upon  His  word. 

2.  Turn,  turn  Thee  to  my  soul ; 

Bring  Thy  salvation  near ; 
When  will  Thy  hand  release  my  feet 
Out  of  the  deadly  snare  ? 
412 


TRIALS    AND    TEMPTATIONS. 

3.  When  shall  the  sovereign  grace 

Of  my  forgiving  God 

Restore  me  from  those  dangerous  ways, 
My  wandering  feet  have  trod  ? 

4.  0,  keep  my  soul  from  death. 

Nor  put  my  hope  to  shame ; 
For  I  have  placed  my  only  trust 
In  my  Redeemer's  name. 

Doxology. 

The  triune  God  shall  be 

Our  song  while  life  is  given, 
And  the  unceasing  praise  shall  run 

Through  all  the  days  of  heaven. 

582.  L.  B£  Gregg. 

Whosoever  therefore  shall  re  ashamed  of  Me  and  of  My  ■words,  etc. 

Mark  S  :  08. 

1.  Jesus,  and  shall  it  ever  be  — 

A  mortal  man  ashamed  of  Thee  ? 
Ashamed  of  Thee,  whom  angels  praise, 
Whose  glories  shine  through  endless  days  ? 

2.  Ashamed  of  Jesus !  just  as  soon 
Let  midnight  be  ashamed  of  noon ; 
'Tis  midnight  with  my  soul,  till  He, 
Bright  Morning  Star,  bid  darkness  flee. 

3.  Ashamed  of  Jesus !  that  dear  Friend 
On  whom  my  hopes  of  heaven  depend ! 
No ;  when  I  blush,  be  this  my  shame, 
That  I  no  more  revere  His  name. 

4.  Ashamed  of  Jesus  !  yes.  I  may 
When  I've  no  guilt  to  wash  away, 
No  tear  to  wipe,  no  good  to  crave, 
No  fears  to  quell,  no  soul  to  save. 

413 


MAN    A    CHRISTIAN. 


5.  Till  then  —  nor  is  my  boasting  vain  — 
Till  then  I  boast  a  Saviour  slain ! 
And  O,  may  this  my  glory  be, 
That  Christ  is  not  ashamed  of  me. 


583.  7s.  Montgomery. 

Make  haste,  O  God,  to  deliver  me.  —  Ps.  70:  1. 

1.  Hasten,  Lord,  to  my  release, 

Haste  to  help  me,  O  my  God ! 
Foes,  like  armed  bands,  increase  ; 
Turn  them  back  the  way  they  trod. 

2.  Dark  temptations  round  me  press ; 

Evil  thoughts  my  soul  assail ; 

Doubts  and  fears,  in  my  distress, 

Rise  till  flesh  and  spirit  fail. 

3.  Those  that  seek  Thee  shall  rejoice  ; 

I  am  bowed  with  misery ; 
Yet  I  make  Thy  law  my  choice ; 
Turn,  my  God,  and  look  on  me. 

4.  Thou  mine  only  Helper  art, 

My  Redeemer  from  the  grave ; 
Strength  of  my  desiring  heart, 
Do  not  tarry  —  haste  to  save. 

584.  S.  If.  Watts. 

I  -WILL  TRUST  IN  THE   COVERT   OF  TlIY  TVIXGS.  —  Ps.  CI  :  4. 

1.  When,  overwhelmed  with  grief, 
My  heart  within  me  dies, 
Helpless,  and  far  from  all  relief, 
To  heaven  I  lift  mine  eyes. 
414 


TRIALS   AND    TEMPTATIONS. 

2.  0,  lead  me  to  the  Rock 

That's  high  above  my  head, 
And  make  the  covert  of  Thy  wings, 
My  shelter  and  my  shade, 

3.  Within  Thy  presence,  Lord, 

Forever  I'll  abide  ; 
Thou  art  the  Tower  of  my  defence, 
The  Refuge  where  I  hide. 

4.  Thou  givest  me  the  lot 

Of  those  that  fear  Thy  name  ; 
If  endless  life  be  their  reward, 
I  shall  possess  the  same. 

585.  C.  M.  Watts. 

NO  MAX   CARED   FOP.   MY   SOUL.  —  Ps.  1-L2  :  4. 

1.  To  God  I  made  my  sorrows  known; 

From  God  I  sought  relief; 
In  long  complaints,  before  His  throne, 
I  poured  out  all  my  grief. 

2.  On  every  side  I  cast  mine  eye, 

And  found  my  helpers  gone ; 
TThile  friends  and  strangers  passed  me  by, 
Neglected  or  unknown. 

3.  Then  did  I  raise  a  louder  cry. 

And  called  Thy  mercy  near ; 
u  Thou  art  my  Portion  when  I  die, 
Be  Thou  my  Refuge  here.'' 

4.  Lord.  I  am  brought  exceeding  low ; 

Now  let  Thine  ear  attend. 
And  make  my  foes,  who  vex  me,  know 
I've  an  almighty  Friend. 
41o 


MAX    A    CHRISTIAN. 


586. 


VS. 


C.  Elizabeth. 


I>'  THE   WORLD   YE    SHALL   HAVE   TRIBULATION.  —  John  1G  :  33. 

1.  Tribulation,  pain,  and  woe 
Are  the  Christian's  lot  below; 
Glory,  triumph,  peace,  and  love 
Are  the  Christian's  crown  above. 

2.  Shall  we  sport  a  little  while 
In  the  world's  deceitful  smile, 
Careless  how  we  waste  our  breath, 
Thoughtless  of  eternal  death  ? 

3.  No !  if  Christian  souls  we  be, 
Saviour,  we  must  live  to  Thee ; 
Trusting  in  Thy  mighty  name, 
We  can  welcome  grief  and  shame. 

4.  Jesus,  Lord,  to  Thee  we  come  ; 

Short,  though  rough,  the  journey  home ; 
Let  Thy  grace  but  now  be  given, 
Glory  will  be  ours  in  heaven. 


587. 


L.  M. 


Watts. 


I  WILL  CALL  UPON  TnE  LORD,  WHO  13  WORTHY  TO  BE    PRAISED.  — Ps.  IS  :   3. 

1.  Thee  will  I  love,  O  Lord,  my  Strength, 
My  Rock,  my  Tower,  my  high  Defence ; 
Thy  mighty  arm  shall  be  my  trust, 
For  I  have  found  salvation  thence. 


Death,  and  the  terrors  of  the  grave, 

Stood  round  me  with  their  dismal  shade, 

While  floods  of  high  temptations  rose, 
Ajid  made  my  sinking  soul  afraid. 
416 


TRIALS    AND    TEMPTATIONS. 

3.  I  saw  the  opening  gates  of  hell, 
With  endless  pains  and  sorrows  there, 

Which  none,  but  they  that  feed,  can  tell, 
While  I  was  hurried  to  despair. 

4.  In  my  distress  I  called  my  God. 
When  I  could  scarce  believe  Him  mine  ; 

lie  bowed  His  ear  to  my  complaint  ; 
Then  did  His  grace  appear  divine. 

588.  C.  It  Watts. 

Forsake  me  xot,  O  Loed.— Ps.  38  :  ZL 

1.  Amid  Thy  wrath  remember  love, 
Restore  Thy  servant.  Lord : 

Nor  let  a  Father's  chastening  prove 
Like  an  avenger's  sword. 

2.  ~My  sins  a  heavy  load  appear. 
And  o'er  my  head  are  gone  ; 

Too  heavy  they  for  me  to  bear, 
Too  hard  for  me  to  atone. 

o.  My  thoughts  are  like  a  troubled  sea, 
My  head  still  bending  down  ; 
And  I  go  mourning  all  the  day, 
Beneath  my  Father's  frown. 

4.  All  my  desire  to  Thee  is  known  ; 
Thine  eye  counts  every  tear ; 

And  every  sigh,  and  every  groan, 
Is  noticed  by  Thine  ear. 

5.  My  God.  forgive  my  follies  past, 
And  be  forever  nigh  ; 

0  Lord  of  my  salvation,  haste 
Before  Thy  servant  die. 
27  417 


MAN   A    CimiSTIAX. 


589. 


C.  M. 


Barlow. 


Judge  me,  O  God,  axd  plead  mv  cause.  —  Ps.  43  :  1. 

1.  Judge  me,  O  God,  and  plead  my  cause 

Against  a  sinful  race  ; 
From  vile  oppression  and  deceit 
Secure  me  by  Thy  grace. 

2.  On  Thee  my  steadfast  hope  depends  ; 

And  am  I  left  to  mourn  ? 

To  sink  in  sorrows,  and  in  vain 

Implore  Thy  kind  return  ? 

3.  O,  send  Thy  light  to  guide  my  feet, 

And  bid  Thy  truth  appear ; 
Conduct  me  to  Thy  holy  hill, 
To  taste  Thy  mercies  there. 

4.  Then  to  Thine  altar,  O  my  God, 

My  joyful  feet  shall  rise, 
And  my  triumphant  songs  shall  praise 
The  God  who  rules  the  skies. 


590. 


L.  M. 


Kelly. 


For  iief.e  vte  itaye  no  coxtixutxg  city.  —  Heb.  13  :  14. 

"  We've  no  abiding  city  here  ;  " 

This  may  distress  the  worldling's  mind, 

But  should  not  cost  the  saint  a  tear, 
Who  hopes  a  better  rest  to  find. 

"  We've  no  abiding  city  here  ; " 

We  seek  a  city  out  of  sight ; 
Zion  its  name  ;  the  Lord  is  there ; 

It  shines  with  everlasting  light. 
418 


TRIALS    AND    TEMPTATK 

3.  0.  Bweel  abode  of  p< 

Where  pilgrims  freed  from  toil  are  bl< 
Ilad  I  the  pinions  of  the  do 

I'd  ilee  to  thee,  and  be  at  n 

4.  But  hudi.  my  soul,  nor  dare  repine ; 

The  time  my  God  appoints  is  best; 
While  ]icvQ.  to  do  Hia  will  be  mine; 
And  His  to  fix  my  time  of  rest 


591.  L.  1£  Watts. 

How  long  vtilt  Tnou  foeget  me,  O  Lor.D  ?  —  Vs.  13  :  1. 

1.  How  long,  0  Lord,  shall  I  complain, 
Like  one  who  seeks  his  God  in  vain? 

Canst  Thdu  Thy  face  forever  hide, 
And  I  still  pray  and  be  denied? 

2.  Shall  I  forever  be  forgot. 

As  one  whom  Thou  regardest  not? 
Still  shall  my  soul  Thine  absence  mourn, 
And  still  despair  of  Thy  return  ? 

3.  Hear.  Lord,  and  grant  me  quick  relief, 
Before  my  death  conclude  my  grief; 
If  Thou  withhold  Thy  heavenly  light, 
I  sleep  in  everlasting  night. 

4.  TThate'er  my  fears  or  foes  suggest, 
Thou  art  my  Hope,  my  Joy.  my  Re^t ; 
My  heart  shall  feel  Thy  love,  and  raise 
My  cheerful  voice  to  songs  of  praise. 

419 


MAX    A    CHRISTIAN. 

592.  l.  m. 

At  evening  time  it  shall  ee  ligiit.  —  Zcch.  14  :  7. 

1.  At  evening  time  let  there  be  light ; 

Life's  little  day  draws  near  its  clos 
Around  me  fall  the  shades  of  night, 

The  night  of  death,  the  grave's  repose ; 

To  crown  my  joys,  to  end  my  woes, 
At  evening  time  let  there  be  light. 

2.  At  evening  time,  let  there  be  light ; 

Stormy  and  dark  hath  been  my  day; 
Yet  rose  the  morn  divinely  bright ; 

Dews,  birds,  and  blossoms  cheered  the  way ; 

O,  for  one  sweet,  one  parting  ray ! 
At  evening  time  let  there  be  light. 

3.  At  evening  time  there  shall  be  light, 

For  God  hath  spoken ;  it  must  be ; 
Fear,  doubt,  and  anguish  take  their  flight ; 

His  glory  now  is  risen  on  me  ; 

Mine  eyes  shall  His  salvation  see ; 
'Tis  evening  time,  and  there  is  light 


593.  C.  M.  Baxter. 

Casting  all  yoee  caee  upon  Him.— 1  Pet.  5  :  7. 

1.  Christ  loads  me  through  no  darker  rooms 

Than  He  went  through  before  ; 
He  that  into  God's  kingdom  comes 
Must  enter  by  this  door. 

2.  Come,  Lord,  when  grace  hath  made  me  meet 

Thy  blessed  face  to  see  ; 
For  if  Thy  work  on  earth  be  sweet, 
What  must  Thy  glory  be  ? 
420 


TRIALS    AXD    TEMPTATIONS. 

3.  Then  I  shall  end  my  Bad  complaints, 

And  weary,  sinful  day-. 
And  join  with  those  triumphant  saints 

That  sing  Jehovah's  praise. 

4.  Hy  knowledge  of  that  life  is  small ; 

The  eye  of  faith  is  dim ; 
Bin  'tis  enough  that  Christ  knows  all, 
And  I  shall  be  with  Him. 


594.  C.  ML  Watts. 

IN"  THE  DAT  OF  MT  TROUBLE  I  SOUGHT  THE  LOED.—  P«.  77  :  2. 

1.  To  God  I  cried,  with  mournful  voice ; 

I  sought  His  gracious  ear 
In  the  sad  day  when  troubles  rose, 
And  filled  the  night  with  fear. 

2.  I  called  Thy  mercies  to  my  mind,' 

Which  I  enjoyed  before  : 
And  will  the  Lord  no  more  be  kind  ? 
His  face  appear  no  more  ? 

8.  I'll  think  again  of  all  Thy  ways, 
And  talk  Thy  wonders  o'er  — 
Thy  wonders  of  recovering  grace, 
When  flesh  could  hope  no  more. 

595.  L.  M.  Bowrixg. 

THE  EIGHTEOU3    SHALL  BE   Df  EVEELASTIXG  REMEMEEA>'CE.  —  P;.  112  i  8 

1.  Earth's  transitory  things  decay  : 
Its  pomps,  its  pleasures,  pass  away ; 
But  the  sweet  memory  of  the  good 
Survives  in  the  vicissitude. 

421 


MAN   A    CHRISTIAN. 

2.  As,  'mid  the  ever-rolling  sea, 
The  eternal  isles  established  be, 
'Gainst  which  the  surges  of  the  main 
Fret,  dash,  and  break  themselves  in  vain ; 

3.  As,  in  the  heavens,  the  urns  divine 
Of  golden  light  forever  shine ; 

Though  clouds  may  darken,  storms  may  rage, 
They  still  shine  on  from  age  to  age ; 

4.  So,  through  the  ocean  tide  of  years, 
The  memory  of  the  just  appears ; 

So,  through  the  tempest  and  the  gloom, 
The  good  man's  virtues  light  the  tomb. 

596.  L.  M.  Kelly. 

I  REMEMBER  THEE,  THE  KIXDXESS  OF  THY  YOUTH,  THE  LOVE  OF  THIXE 
ESPOUSALS.  —  Jer.  2  :  2. 

1.  O,  where  is  now  that  glowing  love 

That  marked  our  union  with  the  Lord  ? 
Our  hearts  were  fixed  on  things  above, 
Nor  could  the  world  a  joy  afford. 

2.  Where  is  the  zeal  that  led  us  then 

To  make  our  Saviour's  glory  known  ? 
That  freed  us  from  the  fear  of  men, 
And  kept  our  eye  on  Him  alone  ? 

3.  Where  are  the  happy  seasons  spent 

In  fellowship  with  Him  we  loved  ? 
The  sacred  joy,  the  sweet  content, 

The  blessedness  that  then  we  proved  ? 

4.  Behold,  again  we  turn  to  Thee ; 

O,  cast  us  not  away,  though  vile 
No  peace  we  have,  no  joy  we  see, 
0  Lord  our  God,  but  in  Thy  smile. 
422 


TRIALS    AND    TEMPTATIONS. 

597.  C.  M.  Newton. 

This  is  xot  your  rest.  —  Micah2  :  10. 

1.  TTe  seek  a  rest  beyond  the  skies, 

In  everlasting  day ; 
Through  floods  and  flames  the  passage  lies, 
But  Jesus  guards  the  way. 

2.  The  swelling  flood  and  raging  flame 

Hear  and  obey  His  word ; 
Then  let  us  triumph  in  His  name ; 
Our  Saviour  is  the  Lord. 


598.  L.  M.  Steele. 

David  encouraged  himself  nr  the  Lord  nis  God.  — 1  Sam.  30:  6. 

1.  Why  sinks  my  weak,  desponding  mind? 

Why  heaves  my  heart  the  anxious  sigh  ? 
Can  sovereign  Goodness  be  unkind? 
Am  I  not  safe  if  God  is  nigh  ? 

2.  He  holds  all  nature  in  His  hand  ; 

That  gracious  hand  on  which  I  live, 

Does  life,  and  time,  and  death  command, 
And  has  immortal  joys  to  give. 

3.  Forgive  my  doubts.  O  gracious  Lord, 

And  ease  the  sorrows  of  my  breast ; 
Speak  to  my  heart  the  healing  word. 
That  Thou  art  mine,  and  I  am  blessed. 
423 


MAN   A    CIIRISTTAN. 


MAN  A  CHRISTIAN.  — TRUST 
AND   SUBMISSION. 

599.  C.  M.  Edmeston. 

Tuougii  IIe  slat  me,  yet  will  I  teust  in  Him.  — Job  13  :  15. 

1.  O  Thou  whose  mercy  guides  my  way, 

Though  now  it  seem  severe, 
Forbid  my  unbelief  to  say, 
There  is  no  mercy  here. 

2.  0,  may  I,  Lord,  desire  the  pain 

That  comes  in  kindness  down, 
Far  more  than  sweetest  earthly  gain 
Succeeded  by  a  frown. 

3.  Then,  though  Thou  bend  my  spirit  low, 

Love  only  shall  I  see ; 
The  gracious  hand  that  strikes  the  blow 
Was  wounded  once  for  me. 

600.  L.  M.  Watts. 

It  is  good  foe  me  that  I  have  been  afflicted.  — Ps.  119  :  71. 

1.  Father,  I  bless  Thy  gentle  hand ; 

How  kind  was  Thy  chastising  rod, 
That  forced  my  conscience  to  a  stand, 
And  brought  my  wandering  soul  to  God ! 

2.  Foolish  and  vain,  I  went  astray, 

Ere  I  had  felt  Thy  scourges,  Lord ; 
I  left  my  Guide,  and  lost  my  way  ; 
But  now  I  love  and  keep  Thy  word. 
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3.  'Tis  good  for  me  to  wear  the  yoke. 

For  pride  is  apt  to  rise  and  swell ; 
'Tis  good  to  bear  my  Father's  stroke, 
That  I  might  learn  His  statutes  well. 

4.  Thy  hands  have  made  my  mortal  frame, 

Thy  Spirit  formed  my  soul  within  ; 
Teaeh  me  to  know  Thy  wondrous  name, 

And  guard  me  safe  from  death  and  sin. 

601.  lis  &  10s.  Moore. 

I  am  the  Lord  that  healeth  thee.  — Ex.  15  :  2G. 

1.  Come,  ye  disconsolate,  where'er  ye  languish ; 

Come,  at  the  shrine  of  God  fervently  kneel ; 
Here  bring  your  wounded  hearts,  here  tell  your 
anguish  ; 
Earth  hath  no  sorrow  that  heaven  cannot  heal. 

2.  Joy  of  the  desolate.  Light  of  the  straying. 

Hope,  when  all  others  die,  fadeless  and  pure. 
Here  speaks  the  Comforter,  in  God's  name  saying, 
Earth  hath  no  sorrow  that  heaven  cannot  cure. 

602.  C.  M.  Greene. 

It  is  the  Lord  ;  let  Him  do  -what  seeheth  Him  good.  — 1  Sam.  3  :  1?. 

1.  It  is  the  Lord,  enthroned  in  li^ht, 

VT hose  claims  are  all  divine, 
Who  has  an  undisputed  right 
To  govern  me  and  mine. 

2.  It  is  the  Lord,  who  gives  me  all 

My  wealth,  my  friends,  my  ease, 
And  of  His  bounties  may  recall 
Whatever  part  He  please. 
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3.  It  is  the  Lord,  who  can  sustain 

Beneath  the  heaviest  load, 

From  whom  assistance  I  obtain 

To  tread  the  thorny  road. 

4.  It  is  the  Lord,  my  covenant  God, — 

Thrice  blesse'd  be  His  name,  — 
Whose  gracious  promise,  sealed  with  blood, 
Must  ever  be  the  same. 


603.  C.    II.    M.  CONDER. 

Rejoicixg  in-  hope  ;  patient  a  tribulation.  —  Rom.  L2 :  12. 

1.  When  I  can  trust  my  all  wTith  God, 

In  trial's  fearful  hour, 
Bow,  all  resigned,  beneath  His  rod, 

And  bless  His  sparing  power, 
A  joy  springs  up  amid  distress, 
A  fountain  in  the  wilderness. 

2.  O,  to  be  brought  to  Jesus'  feet, 

Though  sorrows  fix  me  there, 
Is  still  a  privilege  ;  and  sweet 

The  energies  of  prayer, 
Though  sighs  and  tears  its  language  be, 
If  Christ  be  nigh,  and  smile  on  me. 

3.  Then  blessed  be  the  hand  that  gave, 

Still  blessed  when  it  takes ; 
Blessed  be  He  who  smites  to  save, 

Who  heals  the  heart  He  breaks ; 
Perfect  and  true  are  all  His  ways, 
Whom  heaven  adores,  and  death  obeys. 
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TRUST    AND    SUBMISSION. 

604.  7s.  Lytk. 

O  LOED,  REBUKE   ME   NOT   IS"   THiyE   AN'GEE.  —  Ps.  0:  1. 

1.  Gently,  gently  lay  Thy  rod 
On  my  sinful  lie  ad,  0  God  ! 
Stay  Thy  wrath,  in  mercy  stay, 
Lest  I  sink  before  its  sway. 

2.  Heal  me,  for  my  flesh  is  weak ; 
Heal  me,  for  Thy  grace  I  seek ; 
This  my  only  plea  I  make ; 
Heal  me  for  Thy  mercy's  sake. 

3.  TTho  within  the  silent  grave 
Shall  proclaim  Thy  power  to  save? 
Lord,  my  sinking  soul  reprieve  ; 
Speak,  and  I  shall  rise  and  live. 

4.  Lo,  He  comes !  He  heeds  my  plea ! 
Lo,  He  comes !  the  shadows  flee  ! 
Glory  round  me  dawns  once  more ; 
Rise,  my  spirit,  and  adore. 

605.  C.  M.  Doddridge. 

Be  still,  a>-d  ksovt  that  I  am  God.  —  Ps.  40  :  10. 

1.  Peace  !  'tis  the  Lord  Jehovah's  hand 

That  blasts  our  joys  in  death, 

Changes  the  visage  once  so  dear, 

And  gathers  back  the  breath. 

2.  'Tis  He  whose  justice  might  demand 

Our  souls  a  sacrifice, 
Yet  scatters,  with  unwearied  hand, 
A  thousand  rich  supplies. 
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MAN   A    CHRISTIAN. 

3.  Our  covenant  God  and  Father  He 

In  Christ,  our  bleeding  Lord, 
Whose  grace  can  heal  the  bursting  heart 
With  one  reviving  word. 

4.  Silent,  I  own  Jehovah's  name  ; 

I  kiss  Thy  scourging  hand, 
And  yield  my  comforts  and  my  life 
To  Thy  supreme  command. 

606.  S.    M.  TOPLADY. 

My  grace  is  sufficient  foe  thee.—  2  Cor.  12  :  9. 

1.  Your  harps,  ye  trembling  saints, 

Down  from  the  willows  take  ; 
Loud  to  the  praise  of  love  divine 
Bid  every  string  awake. 

2.  Though  in  a  foreign  land, 

We  are  not  far  from  home  ; 
And  nearer  to  our  house  above 
We  every  moment  come. 

3.  His  grace  will  to  the  end 

Stronger  and  brighter  shine  ; 
Nor  present  things,  nor  things  to  come, 
Shall  quench  the  spark  divine. 

4.  When  we  in  darkness  walk, 

Xor  feel  the  heavenly  flame, 
Then  is  the  time  to  trust  our  God, 
And  rest  upon  His  name. 

5.  Soon  shall  our  doubts  and  fears 

Subside  at  His  control ; 
His  loving  kindness  shall  break  through 
The  midnight  of  the  soul. 
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TRUST    AND    SUBMISSION. 

G.  Blest  is  the  man,  O  God, 

That  stays  himself  on  Thee ; 
Who  waits  for  Thy  salvation,  Lord, 
Shall  Thy  salvation  see. 

607.  7s.  Rylaxd. 

Mr  times  are  in  Tiiy  hand.—  Ps.  SI :  15. 

1.  Sovereign  Ruler  of  the  skies, 
Ever  gracious,  ever  wise, 

All  my  times  are  in  Thy  hand, 
All  events  at  Thy  command. 

2.  Times  of  sickness,  times  of  health ; 
Times  of  penury  and  wealth ; 
Times  of  trial  and  of  grief; 
Times  of  triumph  and  relief; 

3.  Times  the  tempter's  power  to  prove ; 
Times  to  taste  a  Saviour's  love ; 
All  must  come,  and  last,  and  end, 
As  shall  please  my  heavenly  Friend. 

4.  0  Thou  Gracious,  Wise,  and  Just, 
In  Thy  hands  my  life  I  trust ; 
Have  I  somewhat  dearer  still  ? 

I  resign  it  to  Thy  will. 

608.  C.   M*  TOPLADY. 
This  is  my  comfort  in*  my  affliction".  —  Ps.  U9  :  50. 

1.  When  languor  and  disease  invade 
This  trembling  house  of  clay, 
'Tis  sweet  to  look  beyond  our  cage, 
And  long  to  fly  away : 
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MAX   A    CHRISTIAN. 

2.  Sweet  to  look  inward,  and  attend 

The  whispers  of  His  lo\<- ; 
Sweet  to  look  upward,  to  the  place 
Where  Jesus  pleads  above  : 

3.  Sweet  on  His  righteousness  to  stand, 

Which  saves  from  second  death ; 
Sweet  to  experience,  day  by  day. 
His  Spirit's  quickening  breath. 

4.  If  such  the  sweetness  of  the  stream, 

"What  must  the  fountain  be, 
Where  saints  and  angels  draw  their  bliss 
Immediately  from  Thee  ? 

609.  L.  M. 

He  hatii  doxe  all  things  well.  — Mark  7  :  57. 

1.  Time's  gilded  tints,  hope's  golden  gleam, 

Fade  from  my  sight,  though  once  so  fair ; 
And  youth's  fond,  false,  deceitful  dream 
Dissolves  away  iu  empty  air. 

2.  Each  plan  of  life  forever  broke, 

Each  comfort  sinking  to  the  grave, 
I  bow  beneath  the  eternal  stroke, 
Deprived  of  all  by  Him  who  gave. 

3.  Yet  it  is  God  !     Be  still,  my  soul ; 

That  God  who  s^es  the  sparrow  fall, 
Whose  kindness  watches  to  console, 
That  gracious  God  has  ordered  all. 

4.  He  takes  my  health  and  strength  away, 

Yet  guides  my  life  with  perfect  skill ; 
Then  let  me  own  His  righteous  sway, 
And  bow  submissive  to  His  will. 
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TRUST    AND     BUBMISSION. 

610.  L.  M.  Barlow. 

Is  Thee,  O  Lord,  do  I  hope.  —  Ps.  38 

1.  To  Thee,  O  Lord,  I  raise  my  cried  j 

My  fervent  prayer  in  mercy  hear  ; 
For  ruin  waits  my  trembling  soul, 
If  Thou  refuse  a  gracious  ear. 

2.  When,  suppliant,  toward  Thy  holy  hill 

I  lift  my  mournful  hands  to  pray. 
Afford  Thy  grace,  nor  drive  me  still 
With  impious  hypocrites  away. 

3.  To  sons  of  falsehood,  that  despise 

The  works  and  wonders  of  Thy  reign. 

Thy  vengeance  gives  the  due  reward. 
And  sinks  their  souls  to  endless  pain. 

4.  But  ever  blessed  be  the  Lord, 

Whose  mercy  hears  my  mournful  voice  ; 
ILy  heart,  that  trusted  in  His  word, 
In  His  salvation  shall  rejoice. 


611.  C.  31.  Steele. 

My  presence  shall  go  with  thee.  — Ex. -S3: 14. 

1.  Father,  whatever  of  earthly  bliss 

Thy  sovereign  will  denies. 
Accepted  at  Thy  throne  of  grace, 
Let  this  petition  rise : 

2.  u  Give  me  a  calm,  a  thankful  heart, 

From  every  murmur  free  ; 
The  blessings  of  Thy  grace  impart, 
And  make  me  live  to  Thee. 
431 


3.  "  Let  the  sweet  hope  that  Thou  art  mine 
My  life  and  death  attend, 
Thy  presence  through  toy  journey  shine, 
And  crown  my  journey's  end." 


612.  8s  &  4.  BovnnxG. 

Thy  will  be  doxe.  —  Matt.  6 :  10. 

1.  "  Thy  will  be  done  !  '.'     In  devious  way 

The  hurrying  stream  of  life  may  run ; 
Yet  still  our  grateful  hearts  shall  say, 
"  Thy  will  be  done.? 

2.  "  Thy  will  be  done  !  "     If  o'er  us  shine 

A  gladdening  and  a  prosperous  sun, 
This  prayer  will  make  it  more  divine  : 
"  Thy  will  be  done." 

3.  "  Thy  will  be  done  !  "     Though  shrouded  o'er 

Our  path  with  gloom,  one  comfort,  one 
Is  ours :  to  breathe,  while  we  adore, 
"  Thy  will  be  done." 


613.  10s  &  lis.  Newton. 

Jehovah  Jieeh.  —  Gen.  22  :  14. 

1.  Though  troubles  assail,  and  dangers  affright, 
Though  friends  should  all  fail,  and  foes  all  unite, 
Yet  one  thing  secures  us,  whatever  betide : 

The  Scripture  assures  us  the  Lord  will  provide. 

2.  His  call  we  obey,  like  Abraham  of  old, 

Not  knowing  our  way ;  but  faith  makes  us  bold; 
For,  though  we  are  strangers,  we  have  a  good  Guide 
And  trust,  in  all  dangers,  the  Lord  will  provide. 
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3.  No  strength  of  our  own,  or  goodness,  we  claim  ; 
Yet  since  we  have  known  the  Saviour's  great  name, 
In  this  our  strong  Tower  for  safety  we  hide ; 
The  Lord  is  our  Power ;  the  Lord  will  provide. 


614.  CM.  Noel. 

Weeping  mat  endure  for  a  night  ;  but  jot  cometh  in*  the  morning. 

Ps.  30 : 5. 

1.  When  musing  sorrow  weeps  the  past, 

And  mourns  the  present  pain, 
?Tis  sweet  to  think  of  peace  at  last, 
And  feel  that  death  is  gain. 

2.  'Tis  not  that  murmuring  thoughts  arise, 

And  dread  a  Father's  will ; 
'Tis  not  that  meek  submission  flies, 
And  would  not  suffer  still. 

3.  It  is  that  heaven-born  faith  surveys 

The  path  that  leads  to  light, 
And  longs  her  eagle  plumes  to  raise, 
And  lose  herself  in  sight. 

4.  0,  let  me  wing  my  hallowed  flight 

From  earth-born  woe  and  care, 
And  soar  above  these  clouds  of  night, 
My  Saviour's  bliss  to  share. 


615.  L.  M.  Watt^ 

I  cried  unto  Thee,  and  Tnou  hast  healed  me.  — Ps.  30:2. 

1.  I  will  extol  Thee,  Lord,  on  high; 
At  Thy  command  diseases  fly ; 
Who  but  a  God  can  speak  and  save 
From  the  dark  borders  of  the  grave  ? 
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MAX    A    CHRISTIAN. 

2.  Hi-  anger  but  a  moment  stays; 
Hia  love  ia  life  and  length  of  days ; 
Though  grief  and  tears  the  night  employ, 
The  morning  Star  restores  the  y 

616.  7s.  Xevix. 

God  is  my  BaltATIOV;  I  -\riLL  tkust.  — Is.  L2 :  2. 

1.  HAPPY,  Saviour,  would  I  be, 
If  I  could  but  trust  in  Thee  j 
Trust  Thy  wisdom  me  to  guide  ; 
Trust  Thy  goodness  to  provide ; 
Trust  Thy  saving  love  and  power; 
Trust  Thee  every  day  and  hour : 

2.  Trust  Thee  as  the  only  light 
In  the  darkest  hour  of  night ; 
Trust  in  sickness,  trust  in  health ; 
Trust  in  poverty  and  wealth; 
Trust  in  joy  and  trust  in  grief; 
Trust  Thy  promise  for  relief: 

3.  Trust  Thy  blood  to  cleanse  my  soul ; 
Trust  Thy  grace  to  make  me  whole ; 
Trust  Thee  living,  dying,  too ; 
Trust  Thee  all  my  journey  through; 
Trust  Thee  till  my  feet  shall  be 
Planted  on  the  crystal  sea. 

617.  7^  &  6s.  Reed. 

I>-  His  favoe  15  life.  —  V- 

1.  O  Thou,  my  God,  my  Saviour, 
In  Thy  celestial  favor 

Is  my  supreme  delight ; 
The  more  my  woes  oppress  me, 
The  more  do  Thou  possess  me 
With  Thy  heavenly  might. 
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PRAYER    AND    DEVOUT    ASPIRATION. 

2.  Whene'er  my  heart  is  brol 
Before  my  grief  is  spo! 

God  pities  my  complaint ; 
And  when  He  might  reject  me, 
He  kindly  does  protect  me, 

Lest  all  my  courage  faint. 

3.  By  night  Thine  arm  attends  me, 
And  graciously  defends  me, 

And  soft  is  my  repose ; 
The  eyes  that  watch  my  keeping, 
Are  never,  never  sleeping ; 

I  cannot  fear  my  foes. 

4.  By  day  His  hand  shall  lead  me, 
And  heavenly  manna  feed  me, 

Through  all  my  desert  way ; 
His  beam  my  path  enlightens, 
And  more  and  more  it  brightens 

Into  eternal  day. 


MAX  A  CHRISTIAN.  —  PRAYER  AXD 
DEVOUT  ASPIRATION. 

618.  C,  M.  Montgomery. 

LOED,   TEACH  US    TO   PEAT.  —  Luke  11  :  1. 

1.  Prayer  is  the  soul's  sincere  desire, 

Uttered  or  unexpressed. 
The  motion  of  a  hidden  fire 
That  trembles  in  the  breast. 

2.  Prayer  is  the  burden  of  a  sigh, 

The  falling  of  a  tear. 
The  upward  glancing  of  an  eve, 
When  none  but  God  is  near. 
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KDV    A    CHRISTIAN. 

Prayer  is  the  simplest  form  of  speech 

That  infant  lips  can  try ; 
Prayer  the  sublimest  strains  that  reach 

The  Majesty  on  high. 

Prayer  is  the  contrite  sinner's  voice, 

Returning  from  his  ways  ; 
While  angels  in  their  songs  rejoice, 

And  cry,  "  Behold,  he  prays." 

Prayer  is  the  Christian's  vital  breath, 

The  Christian's  native  air, 
His  watchword  at  the  gates  of  death  ; 

He  enters  heaven  with  prayer. 

0  Thou  by  whom  we  come  to  God, 
The  Life,  the  Truth,  the  Way, 

The  path  of  prayer  Thyself  hast  trod ; 
Lord,  teach  us  how  to  pray. 


619.  7s.  Newton. 

Let  me  speak,  and  answer  Thou  me.  —  Job  13  :  22. 

1.  Come,  my  soul,  thy  suit  prepare ; 
Jesus  loves  to  answer  prayer ; 
He  Himself  invites  thee  near, 
Bids  thee  ask  Him,  waits  to  hear. 

2.  With  my  burden  I  begin : 
Lord,  remove  this  load  of  sin  ; 
Let  Thy  blood,  for  sinners  spilt, 
Set  my  conscience  free  from  guilt. 

3.  Lord,  I  come  to  Thee  for  rest ; 
Take  possession  of  my  breast ; 

There  Thy  blood-bought  right  maintain 
And  without  a  rival  reign. 
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PKAXEB    AND    DEVOUT    ASPIHATIOX. 

620.  c.  m.  v.-atts. 

Fray  to  thy  Father,  which  is  tM  secret.  —  Matt.  C  :  C. 

1.  O  that  I  knew  the  secret  place 

"Where  I  might  find  my  God  ! 
I'd  spread  my  wants  before  His  face, 
And  pour  my  woes  abroad. 

2.  I'd  tell  Him  how  my  sins  arise ; 

What  sorrows  I  sustain  ; 
How  grace  decays,  and  comfort  dies, 
And  leaves  my  heart  in  pain. 

3.  Arise,  my  soul,  from  deep  distress, 

And  banish  every  fear ; 
He  calls  thee  to  His  throne  of  grace, 
To  spread  thy  sorrows  there. 

621.  7s. 

ZS'jT   TAG  FROH  EVERY  ONE   OF  US.  —  Acts  17  :  27. 

1.  They  who  seek  the  throne  of  grace 
Find  that  throne  in  every  place  ; 
If  we  live  a  life  of  prayer. 

God  is  present  every  where. 

2.  In  our  sickness  or  our  health, 
In  our  want  or  in  our  wealth, 
If  we  look  to  God  in  prayer, 
God  is  present  every  where. 

3.  TThen  our  earthly  comforts  fail, 
When  the  foes  of  life  prevail. 
'Tis  the  time  for  earnest  prayer ; 
God  is  present  every  where. 

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MAX    A    CHRISTIAN. 

Then,  my  soul,  in  every  strait 
To  thy  Father  come  and  wait ; 
He  will  answer  every  prayer; 
God  is  present  every  where. 


622.  L.  31.  Stowell. 

I  WILL  COMMUNE  TTITH   TlIEE  FEOM  ABOVE  THE  MERCY   SEAT.  — Es.  25  :  22. 

1.  From  every  stormy  wind  that  blows, 
From  every  swelling  tide  of  woes, 
There  is  a  calm,  a  sure  retreat ; 
'Tis  found  before  the  mercy  seat. 

2.  There  is  a  place  where  Jesus  sheds 
The  oil  of  gladness  on  our  heads  — 
A  place  than  all  besides  more  sweet ; 
It  is  the  blood-bought  mercy  seat. 

3.  There  is  a  scene  where  spirits  blend, 
"Where  friend  holds  fellowship  with  friend ; 
Though  sundered  far.  by  faith  they  meet 
Around  one  common  mercy  seat. 

4.  There,  there,  on  eagle  wing  we  soar, 
And  sin  and  sense  seem  all  no  more ; 
And  heaven  comes  down  our  souls  to  greet. 
And  glory  crowns  the  mercy  seat. 

5.  O.  let  my  hand  forget  her  skill, 
My  tongue  be  silent,  cold,  and  still, 
This  bounding  heart  forget  to  beat, 
If  I  forget  the  mercy  seat. 

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PRAYER   AXD    DEVOUT    ASPIHATIOX. 

623.  L.    1ft.  CWpEK. 

I  WILL   TnEREFORE   THAT  MEN'   PRAY   EVERY   WHERE.  —  1  Til:. 

1.  What  various  hinderances  we  meet 
In  coming  to  a  mercy  seat ! 

Yet  who,  that  knows  the  worth  of  prayer, 
But  wishes  to  be  often  there  ? 

2.  Prayer  makes  the  darkened  cloud  withdraw  ; 
Prayer  climbs  the  ladder  Jacob  saw, 

Gives  exercise  to  faith  and  love, 
Brings  every  blessing  from  above. 

o.  Restraining  prayer,  we  cease  to  fight ; 

Prayer  makes  the  Christian's  armor  bright ; 
And  Satan  trembles  when  he  sees 
The  weakest  saint  upon  his  knees. 

4.  Have  you  no  words  ?     Ah,  think  again  ; 
Words  flow  apace  when  you  complain, 
And  fill  a  fellow-creature's  ear 
"With  the  sad  tale  of  all  your  care. 

o.  Were  half  the  breath  thus  vainly  spent 
To  heaven  in  supplication  sent, 
Your  cheerful  song  would  oftener  be, 
u  Hear  what  the  Lord  hath  done  for  me." 

624,  8s,  7s,  &  4s.  Edmestox. 

I  TTILL  LEAD  THEM.  —  Is.  12  :  1G. 

1.  Lead  us,  heavenly  Father,  lead  us 
O'er  the  world's  tempestuous  sea  ; 
Guard  us,  guide  us,  keep  us,  feed  us, 
For  we  have  no  help  but  Thee ; 
Yet  possessing 
Every  blessing, 
If  our  God  our  Father  be. 
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MAX    A    CHRISTIAN. 

Saviour,  breathe  forgiveness  o'er  us  ; 
All  our  weakness  Thou  dost  know; 
Thou  didst  tread  this  earth  before  us; 
Thou  didst  feel  its  keenest  woe ; 
Lone  and  dreary, 
Faint  and  weary. 
Through  the  desert  Thou  didst  go. 

Spirit  of  our  God,  descending, 

Fill  our  hearts  with  heavenly  joy ; 
Love  with  every  passion  blending, 
Pleasure  that  can  never  cloy ; 
Thus  provided, 
Pardoned,  guided, 
Nothing  can  our  peace  destroy. 


625.  10s.  Dr.  Johnson. 

Make  Tiiy  face  to  siiixe  upoy  Thy  seeyaxt.—  Ps.  31 :  10. 

1.  0  Thou,  whose  power  o'er  moving  worlds  presides. 
Whose  voice  created  and  whose  wisdom  guides, 
On  darkling  man  in  pure  effulgence  shine, 

And  cheer  the  clouded  mind  with  light  divine. 

2.  'Tis  Thine  alone  to  calm  the  pious  breast 
With  silent  confidence  and  holy  rest ; 

From  Thee,  great  God,  we  spring;  to  Thee  we  tend ; 
Path,  Motive,  Guide,  Original,  and  End. 

DOXOLOGY. 

To  Father,  Son,  and  Spirit,  ever  blessed, 
Eternal  praise  and  worship  be  addressed ; 
From  age  to  age,  ye  saints,  His  name  adore, 
And  spread  His  mine  when  time  shall  be  no  more. 
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TRAYER   AND    DEVOUT    ASriRATlON". 

626.  8s,  7s,  &  4.  Oliver. 

I  WILL   GUIDE   THEE   WITH   Ml>'E  EYE.  — Ps.  32:  8. 

1.  Guide  me,  O  Thou  great  Jehovah, 

Pilgrim  through  this  barren  land ; 
I  am  weak,  but  Thou  art  mighty  ; 
Hold  me  with  Thy  power! ul  hand  ; 

Bread  of  heaven, 
Feed  me  till  I  want  no  more. 

2.  Open  Thou  the  crystal  fountain 

Whence  the  healing  streams  do  flow ; 
Let  the  fiery,  cloudy  pillar 

Lead  me  all  my  journey  through  ; 

Strong  Deliverer, 
Be  Thou  still  my  Strength  and  Shield. 

3.  When  I  tread  the  verge  of  Jordan, 

Bid  my  anxious  fears  subside ; 
Death  of  deaths,  and  hell's  Destruction, 
Land  me  safe  on  Canaan's  side; 

Songs  of  praises 
I  will  ever  give  to  Thee. 


627.  C.  M.  Steele. 

TnE   THIN'GS   WHICH  AEE   NOT    SEEX  ARE   ETEEXAL.  —  2  Cor.  4  :  ]& 

1.  0,  could  our  thoughts  and  wishes  fly, 

Above  these  gloomy  shades, 
To  those  bright  worlds,  beyond  the  sky, 
Which  sorrow  ne'er  invades  ! 

2.  There,  joys  unseen  by  mortal  eyes, 

Or  reason's  feeble  ray. 
In  ever-blooming  prospects  rise, 
Unconscious  of  decay. 

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MAX    A    CHRISTIAN. 

3.  Lord,  send  a  beam  of  light  divine, 

To  guide  our  upward  aim  ; 
With  one  reviving  touch  of  Thine, 
Our  languid  hearts  inflame. 

4.  Then  shall,  on  faith's  sublimest  wing, 

Our  ardent  wishes  rise 
To  those  bright  scenes,  where  pleasures  spring, 
Immortal,  in  the  skies. 

DOXOLOGY. 

Let  God,  the  Father,  and  the  Son, 

And  Spirit,  be  adored, 
Where  there  are  works  to  make  Him  known, 

Or  saints  to  love  the  Lord. 


628.  7s.  Grant. 

Hear  the  prayer  of  Tiiy  servant. —  Dan.  9  :  17. 

1.  Saviour,  when  in  dust  to  Thee 
Low  we  bow  the  adoring  knee ; 
When,  repentant,  to  the  skies 
Scarce  we  lift  our  streaming  eyes ; 
O,  by  all  Thy  pains  and  woe, 
Suffered  once  for  man  below, 
Bending  from  Thy  throne  on  high, 
Hear  our  solemn  litany. 

2.  By  Thy  helpless  infant  years  ; 
By  Thy  life  of  wants  and  tears  ; 
By  Thy  days  of  sore  distress 
In  the  savage  wilderness ; 

By  the  dread  permitted  hour 
Of  the  insulting  tempter's  power,  — 
Turn,  0,  turn  a  pitying  eye ; 
Hear  our  solemn  litany. 
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PRAYER    AND    DEVOUT    ASPIRATION. 

3.  By  Thine  hour  of  dire  despair ; 
By  Thine  agony  of  prayer; 

By  the  cross,  the  nail,  the  thorn, 
Piercing  spear  and  torturing  scorn; 
By  the  gloom  that  veiled  the  skies 
O'er  the  dreadful  sacrifice, — 
Listen  to  our  humble  cry; 
Hear  our  solemn  litany. 

4.  By  the  deep,  expiring  groan ; 
By  the  sad,  sepulchral  .-tone ; 
By  the  vault  whose  dark  abode 
Held  in  vain  the  rising  God,  — 
O,  from  earth  to  heaven  restored, 
Mighty,  reascended  Lord, 
Listen,  listen  to  the  cry 

Of  our  solemn  litany. 

629-  7s  &  6s.  Seagrave. 

AXD   THEY   SIIALL    SEE   HlS   FACE.  —  Rev.  22  :  4. 

1.  Rise,  my  soul,  and  stretch  thy  wings  ; 

Thy  better  portion  trace  ; 
Rise,  from  transitory  things. 

Toward  heaven,  thy  native  place : 
Sun,  and  moon,  and  stars  decay  ; 

Time  shall  soon  this  earth  remove ; 
Rise,  my  soul,  and  haste  away 

To  seats  prepared  above. 

2.  Rivers  to  the  ocean  run, 

Nor  stay  in  all  their  course  ; 
Fire  ascending  seeks  the  sun ; 

Both  speed  them  to  their  source : 
Thus  a  soul,  new  born  of  God. 

Pants  to  view  His  glorious  face 
Upward  tends  to  His  abode. 

To  rest  in  His  embrace. 
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Cease,  ye  pilgrims,  cease  to  mourn ; 

Press  onward  to  the  prize; 
Soon  the  Saviour  will  return 

Triumphant  in  the  skies: 
Yet  a  season,  and  you  know 

Happy  entrance  will  he  given, 
All  your  sorrows  left  below, 

And  earth  exchanged  for  heaven. 


630.  L.  M.  Gibbon-. 

My  flesh  loxgetii  for  Thee  ih  a  dry  and  thirsty  land.  —  Ps.  68  :  1. 

1.  Now  let  our  souls,  on  wings  sublime, 
Rise  from  the  vanities  of  time, 
Draw  back  the  parting  veil,  and  see 
The  glories  of  eternity. 

2.  Born  by  a  new,  celestial  birth, 
"Why  should  we  grovel  here  on  earth 
Why  grasp  at  transitory  toys, 

So  near  to  heaven's  eternal  joys  ? 

3.  Shall  aught  beguile  us  on  the  road, 
When  wTe  are  walking  back  to  God  ? 
For  strangers  into  life  we  come, 
And  clving  is  but  going  home. 

4.  Welcome,  sweet  hour  of  full  discharge, 
That  sets  our  longing  souls  at  large, 
Unbinds  our  chains,  breaks  up  our  cell, 
And  gives  us  with  our  God  to  dwell. 

5.  To  dwell  with  God,  to  feel  His  love, 
Is  the  full  heaven  enjoyed  above ; 
And  the  sweet  expectation  now 

Is  the  young  dawn  of  heaven  below. 
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631.  C.    M.  ftoOBE. 

O    IIIAT    I   II  A   DOVE  :     FOR    TIIEX   WOULD   I     FLY    AW 

AT   EX8T.— P*. 

1.  The  bird  let  loose  in  eastern  skies. 

When  hastening  fondly  home, 
Ne'er  stoops  to  earth  her  wing,  nor  flies 
Where  idle  warblers  roam. 

2.  But  high  she  shoots  through  air  and  light. 

Above  all  low  delay. 
Where  nothing  earthly  bounds  her  flight, 
Nor  shadow  dims  her  way. 

3.  So  grant  me,  God.  from  every  care 

And  stain  of  passion  free. 
Aloft  through  virtue's  purer  air 
To  hold  my  course  to  Thee* 

4.  No  sin  to  cloud,  no  lure  to  stay 

My  soul,  as  home  she  springs  ; 
Thy  sunshine  on  her  joyful  way. 
Thy  freedom  in  her  wings. 


632.  S.  M.  Montgomery. 

Orr.  Father  vruicn  art  eh  nE.wiy,-:: 

1.  Our  heavenly  Father,  hear 

The  prayer  we  offer  now  : 

Thy  name  be  hallowed  far  and  near ; 
To  Thee  all  nations  bow ! 

2.  Thy  kingdom  come  ;  Thy  will 

On  earth  be  done  in  love, 
A-  Saints  and  seraphim  fulfil 
Thy  perfect  law  above  ! 

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MAX    A    CHRISTIAN. 

3.  Our  daily  bread  supply, 

While  by  Thy  word  we  live; 
The  guilt  of  our  iniquity 
Forgive,  as  we  forgive. 

4.  From  dark  temptation's  power, 

From  Satan's  wiles,  defend ; 
Deliver  in  the  evil  hour, 
And  guide  us  to  the  end. 


633.  L.  M.  Kexx. 

I  WILL  SING  ALOUD  OF   TlIY  KEBCY  IN  TIIE  MORNING.  —  Ps.  59  :  16. 

1.  Awake,  my  soul,  and  with  the  sun 
Thy  daily  stage  of  duty  run ; 
Shake  off  dull  sloth,  and  joyful  rise 
To  pay  thy  morning  sacrifice. 

2.  Wake,  and  lift  up  thyself,  my  heart, 
And  with  the  angels  bear  thy  part, 
Who  all  niirht  Ions:  unwearied  sing 
High  praises  to  the  eternal  King. 

3.  Glory  to  Thee,  who  safe  hast  kept, 
And  hast  refreshed  me  while  I  slept ; 
Grant,  Lord,  when  I  from  death  shall  wake, 
I  may  of  endless  life  partake. 

4.  Lord,  I  to  Thee  my  vows  renew ; 
Dispel  my  sins  as  morning  dew ; 

Guard  my  first  springs  of  thought  and  will, 
And  with  Thyself  my  spirit  fill. 

5.  Direct,  control,  suggest,  this  day, 
All  I  design,  or  do,  or  say, 

That  all  my  powers,  with  true  delight, 
In  Thy  sole  glory  may  unite. 


PKATEB    AND    DITfODT    ASRBATIOK. 

634.  C.  M.  Waits. 

I  WILL  JOT   IX   THE    GOT  I& 

1.  !  ..^riling  round  U  us  earth 

.:  suits  my  larg 
To  I  ad  solid  mirth 

ILy  nobler  tl  ,  — 

2.  Where  pleasure  rolls  its  livi 

m  sin  and  dross  refined, 

31  springing  from  the  throne  of  God. 
And  tit  to  cheer  the  mind. 

3.  The  almighty  Ruler  of  th 

Th     g]   rious  and  the  g: 
Brings  His  own  all- 
make  our  bliss  compl  -  ■ 

4.  Had  I 

I'd  climb  the  heavenly  road  j 

There  sits  my  Saviour.  in  love, 

And  there  my  smiling  G 

635.  S.  M.  TTatts. 

Shall  tte  GOHTOnn  car  sor  thai  MMfn  •  —  E 

1.  Shall  we  go  on  to  sin 

Because  Thy  grace  abounds  ? 
Or  crucify  the  Lord  again. 
And  open  all  His  wounds  ? 

2.  Forbid  it.  mighty  Gk  I ; 

Not  let  it  e'er  be  sail 
That  we.  whose  sins  are  crucified, 

Should  raise  them  from  the  d 
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MAN    A    CHRISTIAN. 

3.  We  will  be  slaves  no  more, 

Since  Christ  has  made  us  free,  — 
Has  nailed  our  tyrants  to  His  cross, 
And  bought  our  liberty. 

Doxology. 

To  God,  the  Son,  who  came 

Lost  sinners  to  restore, 
The  Father,  and  the  Holy  Ghost, 

Be  glory  evermore. 

636.  c.  m. 

For  TnY  name's  sake  lead  me  axd  guide  me.  — Ps.  CI:  3. 

1.  Be  Thou,  O  God,  by  night,  by  day. 

My  Guide,  my  Guard  from  sin, 
My  Life,  my  Trust,  my  Light  divine, 
To  keep  me  pure  within  ;  — 

2.  Pure  as  the  air,  when  day's  first  light 

A  cloudless  sky  illumes  ; 
And  active  as  the  lark,  that  soars 
Till  heaven  shine  round  its  plumes. 

3.  So  may  my  soul  upon  the  wings 

Of  faith  unwearied  rise, 
Till  at  the  gate  of  heaven  it  sings, 
'Mid  light  from  paradise. 

637.  L.  M.  Grant. 

Whether  we  live,  therefore,  or  die,  we  are  the  Lord's.  —  Rom.  14  :  8. 

1.  When,  streaming  from  the  eastern  skies, 
The  morning  light  salutes  my  eyes, 
O  Sun  of  Righteousness  divine, 
On  me  with  beams  of  mercy  shine ; 
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PRAYER    AND    DKVOl'T    ASPIRATION. 

Chase  the  dark  cloud-  of  guilt  away, 
And  turn  my  darkness  into  day. 

2.  When  to  heaven's  great  and  glorious  King 
My  morning  sacrifice  I  bring, 

And,  mourning  o'er  my  guilt  and  shame, 
Ask  mercy  in  my  Saviour's  name, 
Then.  Jesus,  sprinkle  with  Thy  blood, 
And  be  my  Advocate  with  God. 

3.  When  each  day's  scenes  and  labors  close, 
And  wearied  nature  seeks  repose, 

With  pardoning  mercy  richly  blessed, 
Guard  me,  my  Saviour,  while  I  rest ; 
And  as  each  morning  sun  shall  rise, 
O,  lead  me  onward  to  the  skies. 

4.  And  at  my  life's  last  setting  sun, 
My  conflicts  o'er,  my  labors  done, 
Jesus,  Thine  heavenly  radiance  shed, 
To  cheer  and  bless  my  dying  bed, 
And  from  death's  gloom  my  spirit  raise, 
u  To  see  Thy  face  and  sing  Thy  praise.'' 

638.  C.  M.  Brown. 

WlIEX  THE  EVENING  WAS   COME,  He   WAS   THEP.E   ALO>'E.  —  Matt.  14  :  23. 

1.  I  love  to  steal  a  while  away 

From  every  cumbering  care, 
And  spend  the  hours  of  setting  day 
In  humble,  grateful  prayer. 

2.  I  love  in  solitude  to  shed 

The  penitential  tear, 
And  all  His  promises  to  plead. 
Where  none  but  God  can  hear. 
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3.  I  love  to  think  on  mercies  past, 

And  future  good  implore, 
And  all  my  cares  and  sorrows  cast 
On  Him  whom  I  adore. 

4.  I  love  by  faith  to  take  a  view 

Of  brighter  scenes  in  heaven ; 
The  prospect  doth  my  strength  renew. 
While  here  by  tempests  driven. 

5.  Thus,  when  life's  toilsome  day  is  o'er, 

May  its  departing  ray 
Be  calm  as  this  impressive  hour, 
And  lead  to  endless  day. 


639. 


L.  M. 


Kenn. 


He  that  keepeth  thee  will  >*ot  slumber.  — Pa.  121  :  3. 

1.  Glory  to  Thee,  my  God,  this  night, 
For  all  the  blessings  of  the  light ; 
Keep  me,  O,  keep  me,  King  of  kings, 
Beneath  Thine  own  almighty  wings. 

2.  Forgive  me,  Lord,  for  Thy  dear  Son, 
The  ill  that  I  this  day  have  done ; 
That  with  the  world,  myself,  and  Thee, 
I,  ere  I  sleep,  at  peace  may  be. 

3.  Let  my  blest  Guardian,  while  I  sleep, 
His  watchful  station  near  me  keep ; 
My  heart  with  love  celestial  fill, 

And  guard  me  from  the  approach  of  ill. 

4.  Teach  me  to  live,  that  I  may  dread 
The  grave  as  little  as  my  bed ; 
Teach  me  to  die,  that  so  I  may 
Rise  glorious  at  the  latter  day. 

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PRAYER    AND    DEVOUT    ASPIRATION. 

5.   Praise  God,  from  whom  all  blessings  :!«.. 
Praise  Him,  all  creatures  here  below ; 
Praise  Him  above,  y^-  heavenly  host ; 

Praise  Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost 

640.  12-  &  lis. 

At  the  evexixg  sacrifice  I  arose  up  from  my  heaviness.  —  Ezra 

1.  See.  daylight  is  fading  o'er  earth  and  o'er  ocean ; 

The  sun  has  gone  down  on  the  far  distant  sea  : 
O,  now,  in  the  hush  of  life's  fitful  commotion, 
We  lift  our  tired  spirits,  blest  Saviour,  to  Thee. 

2.  Full  oft  wast  Thou  found  far  away  on  the  mountain, 

As  eventide  spread  her  dark  wing  o'er  the  wave  ; 
Thou  Son  of  the  Highest,  and  life's  endless  Fountain, 
Be  with  us,  we  pray  Thee,  to  bless  and  to  save. 

3.  And  oft  as  the  tumult  of  life's  heaving  billow 

Shall  toss  our  frail  bark,  driving  wild  o'er  night's 

deep, 
Let  Thy  healing  wing  be  stretched  over  our  pillow. 
And  guard  us  from  evil,  though  death  watch  our 

sleep. 

4.  To  God,  our  great  Father,  whose  throne  is  in  heaven, 

Who  dwells  with  the  lowly  and  contrite  in  heart, 
To  the  Son  and  the  Spirit  all  glory  be  given : 
One  God,  ever  blessed  and  praised,  Thou  art. 

641.  L.  M.  Htmxal. 

God  is  Light.  —  1  John  1 :  5. 

1.  0  God,  the  Light  of  all  that  live. 

Unmoved,  who  dost  all  motion  sway, 
The  times  and  seasons  who  dost  give, 

And  through  its  changes  gnid'st  the  day, — 
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MAN   A    CHRISTIAN. 

2.  At  eventide  let  there  be  light ; 

So  may  our  souls  no  sunset  see, 
And  death  to  us  the  portal  bright 
To  an  eternal  morning  be. 

3.  This  grace  on  Thy  redeemed  confer, 

O  Father  blessed,  who,  with  the  Son 
And  Holy  Ghost,  the  Comforter, 
Forever  reignest,  Three  in  One. 

642.  8s  &  7s.  Edmeston. 

The  darkness  iiidetii  >*ot  from  Thee.  —  Vs.  139:  12. 

1.  Saviour,  breathe  an  evening  blessing, 

Ere  repose  our  spirits  seal ; 
Sin  and  want  we  come  confessing ; 

Thou  canst  save,  and  Thou  canst  heal. 
Though  destruction  walk  around  us, 

Though  the  arrow  near  us  fly, 
Angel  guards  from  Thee  surround  us ; 

We  are  safe  if  Thou  art  nigh. 

2.  Though  the  night  be  dark  and  dreary, 

Darkness  cannot  hide  from  Thee ; 
Thou  art  He  who,  never  weary, 

Wat  chest  where  Thy  people  be ; 
Should  swift  death  this  night  o'ertake  us, 

And  our  couch  become  our  tomb, 
May  the  morn  hi  heaven  awake  us, 

Clad  in  light  and  deathless  bloom. 

643.  C.  M.  S.  F.  Smith. 

The  SABBAxn  drett  ox.  — Luke  23  :  54. 

1.  How  sweet  the  evening  shadows  fall, 
Advancing  from  the  west ! 
As  ends  the  weary  week  of  toil, 
And  comes  the  day  of  rest. 
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PRAYER    AND    DEVOUT    ASPIRATION. 

2.  Bright  o'er  the  earth  the  star  of  < 

Her  radiant  beauty  shed- ; 
And  myriad  sisters  calmly  weave 
Their  light  around  our  heads. 

3.  Rest,  man,  from  labor;  re6t  from  sin; 

The  world's  hard  contest  close  ; 

The  holy  hours  with  God  begin ; 
Yield  thee  to  sweet  repose. 

4.  Bright  o'er  the  earth  the  morning  ray 

Its  sacred  light  will  cast  — 
Fair  emblem  of  the  glorious  day 
That  evermore  shall  last. 

644.  L.  M.  Jenkins. 

WlJEN  THE  GATE3  OF  JERUSALEM  BEGAN"  TO  BE  DAEK  EEFOEE  THE  SaBBATH. 

Xeh.  13  :  lft, 

1.  Sweet  is  the  last,  the  parting  ray, 

That  ushers  placid  evening  in. 
When,  with  the  still,  expiring  day. 

The  Sabbath's  peaceful  hours  begin ; 
How  grateful  to  the  anxious  breast 
The  sacred  hours  of  holy  rest ! 

2.  Hushed  is  the  tumult  of  the  day. 

And  worldly  cares  and  business  cease, 
While  soft  the  vesper  breezes  play. 

To  hymn  the  glad  return  of  peace ; 
Delightful  season  !  kindly  given 
To  turn  the  wandering  thoughts  to  heaven. 

3.  Oft  as  this  peaceful  hour  shall  come. 

Lord,  raise  my  thoughts  from  earthly  tilings, 
And  bear  them  to  my  heavenly  home, 
On  faith  and  hope's  celestial  wings, 
Till  the  last  gleam  of  life  decay 
In  one  eternal  Sabbath  day. 
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645.  C.  31.  White. 

That  we  mat  lead  a  quiet  a>d  teaceable  life.  —  1  Tim.  2  :  2. 

1.  0  Lord,  another  day  is  flown, 
And  we,  a  lonely  band, 

Are  met  once  more  before  Thy  throne, 
To  bless  Thy  fostering  hand. 

2.  And  wilt  Thon  lend  a  listening  ear 
To  praises  low  as  ours  ? 

Thou  wilt ;  for  Thou  dost  love  to  hear 
The  song  which  meekness  pours. 

3.  O.  let  Thy  grace  perform  its  part, 
And  let  contention  cease ; 

And  shed  abroad  in  every  heart 
Thine  everlasting  peace. 

646.  C.  M.  Humphries. 

Remember  me,  O  my  God.  —  Neh.  13:  22. 

1.  0  Thou  from  whom  all  goodness  flows, 
I  lift  my  soul  to  Thee ; 

In  all  my  sorrows,  conflicts,  woes, 
Good  Lord,  remember  me. 

2.  TThen  on  my  aching,  burdened  heart 
My  sins  lie  heavily. 

Thy  pardon  grant,  new  peace  impart 
Good  Lord,  remember  me. 

o.  TThen  trials  sore  obstruct  my  way, 
And  ills  I  cannot  flee, 
0,  let  my  strength  be  as  my  day ; 
Good  Lord,  remember  me. 
454 


PRAYER    AND    DEVOUT    ASPIRATION. 

4.  When  worn  with  pain,  disease,  and  grief, 

This  feeble  body  see  ; 
Grant  patience,  rest,  and  kind  relief; 
Good  Lord,  remember  me. 

5.  When  in  the  solemn  hour  of  death 

I  wait  Thy  just  decree  ; 
•Be  this  the  prayer  of  my  last  breath  — 
Good  Lord,  remember  me. 

6.  And  when  before  Thy  throne  I  stand. 

And  lift  my  soul  to  Thee, 
Then  with  the  saints  at  Thy  right  hand, 
Good  Lord,  remember  me. 

647.  L.  M.  Ens.  Coll, 

I  IIAVE    SET  THE  LOED  ALWAYS   BEFORE  ME.  — Ps.  10:8. 

1.  Saviour,  when  night  involves  the  skies, 

My  soul,  adoring,  turns  to  Thee  ; 
Thee,  self-abased  in  mortal  guise. 

And  wrapped  in  shades  of  death  for  me. 

2.  On  Thee  my  waking  raptures  dwell. 

When  crimson  gleams  the  east  adorn ; 
Thee,  Victor  of  the  grave  and  hell ; 
Thee,  Source  of  life's  eternal  morn. 

3.  When  noon  her  throne  in  light  arrays. 

To  Thee  my  soul  triumphant  springs  ; 
Thee,  throned  in  glory's  endless  blaze  ; 
Thee,  Lord  of  lords,  and  King  of  kings. 

4.  O'er  earth  when  shades  of  evening  steal. 

To  death  and  Thee  my  thoughts  I  give ; 
To  death,  whose  power  I  soon  must  feel ; 
To  Thee,  with  whom  I  trust  to  live. 
455 


.MAX    A    CHRISTIAN. 

648.  C.  M.  Watts. 

AT   MIU.MUIIT  I  WILL  RISE  TO  GIVE  THANKS   PHTO  TnEE.  — Ps.  119:  02. 

1.  To  Thee,  before  the  dawning  light, 

My  gracious  God,  I  pray ; 

I  meditate  Thy  name  by  night, 

And  keep  Thy  law  by  day. 

2.  My  spirit  faints  to  see  Thy  grace  ; 

Thy  promise  bears  me  up  ; 
And  while  salvation  long  delays, 
Thy  word  supports  my  hope. 

o.  Seven  times  a  day  I  lift  my  hands, 
And  pay  my  thanks  to  Thee  ; 
Thy  righteous  providence  demands 
Repeated  praise  from  me. 

4.  When  midnight  darkness  veils  the  skies, 
I  call  Thy  works  to  mind  ; 
fify  thoughts  in  warm  devotion  rise. 
And  sweet  acceptance  find. 

649.  L.  M.  Hyde. 

Think  vvos  me,  my  God,  for  good.  — Nch.  5:  10. 

1.  Though  earthly  friends  estranged  may  grow. 

Or,  in  my  need,  afar  may  be, 
It  is  enough,  my  God.  to  know 

That  Thou  for  good  wilt  think  on  me. 

2.  On  me,  so  worthless  and  so  vile  ! 

Amazing  grace  !  and  can  it  be 
I  may  look  up  to  meet  Thy  smile, 

And  Thou  look  down  to  think  on  me  ? 
456 


PRAYER    AND    DEVOUT    ASriEATIOX. 

3.  When  crushed  beneath  my  load  of  sin, 

Let  me  that  burden  cast  on  Thee  ; 
'Mid  fears  and  griefs,  without,  within, 
In  pardoning  pity,  think  on  me. 

4.  The  toils  and  cares  consuming  life, 

The  bitter  words  I  fain  would  flee, 
While  faints  my  spirit  in  the  strife, 
Behold  them,  Lord,  and  think  on  me. 

5.  Help  me  to  trust  Thy  love  and  care 

If  sorer  conflicts  yet  to  see  ; 
Li  the  dark  valley  treading,  there, 
My  God,  for  good,  0  think  on  me. 

650.  C.  M.  Watts. 

He  iiath  attended  to  tiie  voice  of  my  prayer.—  Ps.  66:  19. 

1.  Now  shall  my  solemn  vows  be  paid 

To  that  almighty  Power 
That  heard  the  long  requests  I  made 
In  my  distressful  hour. 

2.  My  lips  and  cheerful  heart  prepare 

To  make  His  mercies  known  ; 
Come,  ye  that  fear  my  God,  and  hear 
The  wonders  He  has  done. 

3.  When  on  my  head  huge  sorrows  fell, 

I  sought  His  heavenly  aid  ; 
He  saved  my  sinking  soul  from  hell, 
And  death's  eternal  shade. 

4.  If  sin  lay  covered  in  my  heart, 

While  prayer  employed  my  tongue, 
The  Lord  had  shown  me  no  regard, 
Nor  I  His  praises  sung. 
457 


MAN    A    CHRISTIAN. 

5.  But  God  —  His  name  be  ever  blessed  — 
Has  set  my  spirit  free  ; 
Nor  turned  from  Him  my  poor  request, 
Nor  turned  His  heart  from  me. 


651. 


te  &  4s. 


Near  Ujrio  IIim.  — Ps.  148:  14. 


Adams. 


1.  Nearer,  my  God,  to  Thee, 

Nearer  to  Thee, 
E'en  though  it  be  a  cross 

That  raiseth  me  ! 
Still  all  my  song  shall  be, 
Nearer,  my  God,  to  Thee  — 

Nearer  to  Thee. 

2.  Though,  like  the  wanderer, 

The  sun  gone  down, 
Darkness  be  over  me, 

My  rest  a  stone, 
Yet  in  my  dreams  I'd  be 
Nearer,  my  God,  to  Thee  — 

Nearer  to  Thee. 

3.  There  let  the  way  appear 

Steps  unto  heaven ; 
All  that  Thou  sendest  me 

In  mercy  given  ; 
Angels  to  beckon  me 
Nearer,  my  God,  to  Thee  — 

Nearer  to  Thee. 

4.  Then,  with  my  waking  thoughts, 

Bright  with  Thy  praise, 
Out  of  my  stony  griefs, 

Bethel  I'll  raise  ; 
So  by  my  woes  to  be 
Nearer,  my  God,  to  Thee  — 

Nearer  to  Thee. 
4-58 


PRATER    AND    DEVOUT    ASPIRATION. 

5.  Or  if  on  joyful  wing 
Cleaving  tilt*  sky. 
Sun,  moon,  and  stars  forgot, 
Upward  I  fly, 

Still  all  my  song  shall  be, 
Nearer,  my  God,  to  Thee  — 
Nearer  to  Thee. 


652.  8s  &  7s.  C.  Wesley. 

His  love  is  perfected  ix  us.  — 1  John  4  :  12. 

1.  Love  divine,  all  love  excelling, 

Joy  of  heaven,  to  earth  come  down  ; 
Fix  in  us  Thy  humble  dwelling. 

All  Thy  faithful  mercies  crown  : 
Jesus,  Thou  art  all  compassion ; 

Pure,  unbounded  love  Thou  art ; 
Visit  us  with  Thy  salvation, 

Enter  every  trembling  heart. 

2.  Breathe.  0,  breathe  Thy  loving  Spirit 

Into  every  troubled  breast ; 
Let  us  all  in  Thee  inherit, 

Let  us  find  that  second  rest : 
Come,  almighty  to  deliver, 

Let  us  all  Thy  life  receive  ; 
Suddenly  return,  and  never, 

Never  more  Thy  temples  leave. 

o.  Finish  then  Thy  new  creation ; 

Pure  and  spotless  let  us  be  ; 

Let  us  see  Thy  great  salvation 

Perfectly  restored  in  Thee ; 

Changed  from  glory  into  glory, 

Till  in  heaven  we  take  our  place, 
Till  we  cast  our  crowns  before  Thee, 
Lost  in  wonder,  love,  and  praise. 
4o9 


MAX    A    CHRISTIAN. 

653.  L.  M.  Clarke. 

The  Lord  is  my  IIelpek.  —  Ilcb.  13  :C. 

1.  O,  TnAT  angelic  bliss  were  mine  ! 

0,  that  to  me  the  joy  were  given 
With  angel  purity  to  shine, 
With  angel  gifts  my  path  to  line, 

And  shed  around  a  glow  from  heaven  ! 

2.  Be  hushed,  my  heart :  a  fountain  flows 

Beady  to  wash  away  each  stain  ; 
And  deep  we  have,  amid  our  woes, 
One  joy,  that  Gabriel  never  knows  — 

For  us  the  Lamb  of  God  was  slain. 

3.  Help  me,  Thou  Lamb,  to  keep  in  view 

Thy  sufferings  and  Thy  glorious  reign  ; 
Help  me  a  mortal's  work  to  do, 
A  mortal's  mission  to  pursue, 

That  I  an  angel's  place  may  gain. 

654.  L.  M.  Doddridge. 

IIe  endured,  as  seeing  Him  who  is  invisible. —  Heb.  11  :  2". 

1.  Eternal  and  immortal  King, 

Thy  peerless  splendors  none  can  bear ; 
But  darkness  veils  seraphic  eyes, 

When  God  with  all  His  lustre's  there. 

2.  Yet  faith  can  pierce  the  awful  gloom, 

The  great  Invisible  can  see, 
And  with  its  tremblings  mingle  joy, 
In  fixed  regards,  great  God,  on  Thee. 

3.  O,  ever  conscious  to  my  heart. 

Witness  to  its  supreme  desire, 
Behold,  it  presseth  on  to  Thee, 

For  it  hath  caught  the  heavenly  fire. 
460 


PRAYER    AND    DEVOUT    ASPIRATION. 

4    This  one  petition  would  it  urge  — 
To  bear  Thee  ever  in  its  sight ; 
In  life,  in  death,  in  worlds  unknown. 
Its  only  Portion  and  Delight. 


655.  C.  M.  Tate  &  Brady. 

AS    TIIE   HAET   rAXTETIT   AFTER    THE    WATER  BROOKS,    SO   TAXTETU   MY    SOl'L 

after  Tuee,  O  God.  —  Ps.  42:  1. 

1.  As  pants  the  hart  for  eooling  streams, 

When  heated  in  the  chase, 
So  longs  my  soul,  0  God,  for  Thee, 
And  Thy  refreshing  grace. 

2.  For  Thee,  my  God,  the  living  God, 

My  thirsty  soul  doth  pine  ; 
O,  when  shall  I  behold  Thy  face, 
Thou  Majesty  divine  ? 

3.  Why  restless,  why  east  down,  my  soul  ? 

Trust  God,  and  He'll  employ 
His  aid  for  thee,  and  change  these  sighs 
To  thankful  hymns  of  joy. 

4.  Why  restless,  why  cast  down,  my  soul  ? 

Hope  still,  and  thou  shalt  sing 
The  praise  of  Him  who  is  thy  God, 
Thy  health's  eternal  Spring. 


656.  C.  M.  Watts 

Cast  me  not  off  vs  the  time  of  old  age.  —  Ps.  Tl :  9. 

1.  My  God,  my  everlasting  Hope, 
I  live  upon  Thy  truth ; 
Thy  hands  have  held  my  childhood  up 
And  strengthened  all  my  youth. 
461 


MAN    A    CHRISTIAN. 

2.  Still  has  my  life  new  wonders  seen, 

Repeated  every  year ; 
Behold,  my  days  that  yet  remain, 
I  trust  them  to  Thy  care. 

3.  Cast  me  not  off  when  strength  declines, 

When  hoary  hairs  arise  ; 
And  round  me  let  Thy  glory  shine, 
Whene'er  Thy  servant  dies. 

4.  Then,  in  the  history  of  my  age, 

When  men  review  my  days, 
They'll  read  Thy  love  in  every  page, 
In  every  line  Thy  praise. 


657.  C.  M.  Collyer. 

FORSAKE  ME  NOT  WIIEX  MY   STRENGTH  FAILETH.  —  Ps.  71  :  9. 

1.  When  bending  o'er  the  brink  of  life 

My  trembling  soul  shall  stand, 

Waiting  to  pass  death's  awful  flood, 

Great  God,  at  Thy  command ; 

2.  When  every  long-loved  scene  of  life 

Stands  ready  to  depart ; 
When  the  last  sigh  that  shakes  the  frame 
Shall  rend  this  bursting  heart  ; 

3.  O  Thou  great  Source  of  joy  supreme. 

Whose  arm  alone  can  save, 
Dispel  the  darkness  that  surrounds 
The  entrance  to  the  grave. 

4.  Lay  Thy  supporting,  gentle  hand 

Beneath  my  sinking  head, 
And  with  a  ray  of  love  divine 
Illume  my  dying  bed. 
462 


PBAYEB    AND    DEVOUT    ASPIRATION. 

658.  7s  &  4.  Gilbert. 

Whitiiee  the  Foeeeuxker  is  fop.  us  ekteeed.  —  llcb.  0  :  -j\ 

1.  "When  the  vale  of  death  appears, 

Faint  and  cold  this  mortal  clay, 
Kind  Forerunner,  soothe  my  fears, 
Light  me  through  the  darksome  way. 

Break  the  shadows, 
Usher  in  eternal  day. 

2.  Starting  from  this  dying  state, 

Upward  bid  my  soul  aspire ; 
Open  Thou  the  crystal  gate, 
To  Thy  praise  attune  my  lyre. 

Dwell  forever, 
Dwell  on  each  immortal  wire. 

3.  From  the  sparkling  turrets  there, 

Oft  I'll  trace  my  pilgrim  way ; 
Often  bless  Thy  guardian  care, 
Fire  b\*  night,  and  cloud  by  day ; 

While  my  triumphs 
At  my  Leader's  feet  I  lay. 

659.  C.  M.  Montgomery. 

OlTE  COXYEESATION-  IS   Df  IIEAVEX.  —  Phil.  3  :  SOL 

1.  While  through  this  changing  world  we  roam, 

From  infancy  to  age, 
Heaven  is  the  Christian  pilgrim's  home, 
His  rest  at  every  stage. 

2.  Thither  his  raptured  thought  ascends, 

Eternal  joys  to  share  ; 
There  his  adoring  spirit  bends, 
While  here  he  kneels  in  prayer. 
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MAN   A    CHRISTIAN. 

3.  From  earth  his  freed  affections  rise 

To  Sx  on  things  above, 

Where  all  his  hope  of  glory  lies, 
And  love  is  perfect  love. 

4.  0,  there  may  we  our  treasure  place, 

There  let  our  hearts  be  found  ; 
That  still,  where  sin  abounded,  grace 
May  more  and  more  abound. 

5.  Henceforth  our  conversation  be 

With  Christ,  before  the  throne  ; 
Ere  long,  we  eye  to  eye  shall  see, 
And  know  as  we  are  known. 


660.  lis  &  8s.  Swain. 

Why  siiould  I  be  as  one  tiiat  tubitzth  aside  ?  — Cant.  1 : 7. 

1.  O  Thou  in  whose  presence  my  soul  takes  delight, 

On  whom  in  affliction  I  call, 
My  Comfort  by  day  and  my  Song  in  the  night. 

My  Hope,  my  Salvation,  my  All ! 
Where  dost  Thou  at  noontide  resort  with  Thy  sheep 

To  feed  on  the  pastures  of  love  ? 
Say,  why  in  the  valley  of  death  should  I  weep, 

Or  alone  in  the  wilderness  rove  ? 

2.  O,  why  should  I  wander  an  alien  from  Thee, 

Or  cry  in  the  desert  for  bread  ? 
Thy  foes  will  rejoice  when  my  sorrows  they  see, 

And  smile  at  the  tears  I  have  shed ; 
Restore,  my  dear  Saviour,  the  light  of  Thy  face  ; 

Thy  soul-cheering  favor  impart ; 
And  let  Thy  sweet  tokens  of  pardoning  grace 

Bring  joy  to  my  desolate  heart. 
464 


PRAYER    AND    DEVOUT    ASPIRATION. 

661.  7s.  Wixkworth. 

TlIEY  DESIEE  A  EETIEE  COUXTEY.  —  Eleb.  11  :  lo. 

1.  "  Heavenward  ! "  cloth  His  Spirit  cry 

When  I  hear  Hiin  in  His  word  ; 
Showing  thus  the  rest  on  high. 
Where  I  shall  be  with  my  Lord. 

2.  Heavenward  ever  would  I  haste, 

When  Thy  table,  Lord,  is  spread ; 
Heavenly  strength  on  earth  I  taste, 
Feeding  on  the  living  Bread. 

3.  Heavenward  death  shall  lead  at  last, 

To  the  home  where  I  would  be ; 
All  my  sorrows  overpassed, 

I  shall  triumph  there  with  Thee. 

662.  C.  M.  Brown. 

Looking  uxto  Jesus.  — Heb.  12  :  2. 

1.  To  Christ,  in  each  fresh  hour  of  woe 

With  confidence  repair ; 
He  will  all  needful  grace  bestow 
And  all  thy  sorrow  share. 

2.  When  dark  the  troubled  surges  roll 

O'er  the  bereaved  breast, 
His  power  doth  still  the  waves  control, 
And  hush  the  storm  to  rest. 

3.  Christ  was  a  Man  of  sorrows  here, 

And  knew  the  stings  of  grief; 
He  hears  affliction's  broken  prayer ; 
His  love  gives  sweet  relief. 
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MAN  A  CHRISTIAN.  —WATGHFOLNESS 

COURAGE,  AND   ZEAL. 

663.  C.  M.  Watts. 

Sta>'d  fast  ix  the  faith;  quit  you  like  ME>\  —  1  Cor.  10  ;  13. 

1.  Am  I  a  soldier  of  the  cross, 

A  follower  of  the  Lamb, 
And  shall  I  fear  to  own  His  cause 
Or  blush  to  speak  His  name  ? 

2.  Must  I  be  carried  to  the  skies 

On  flower j*  beds  of  ease, 
"While  others  fought  to  win  the  prize, 
And  sailed  through  bloodv  seas  ? 

3.  Are  there  no  foes  for  me  to  face  ? 

Must  I  not  stem  the  flood  ? 
Is  this  vile  world  a  friend  to  grace, 
To  help  me  on  to  God  ? 

4.  Sure  I  must  fight  if  I  would  reign; 

Increase  my  courage,  Lord ; 
I'll  bear  the  toil,  endure  the  pain 
Supported  by  Thy  word. 

5.  Thy  saints,  in  all  this  glorious  war, 

Shall  conquer,  though  they  die ; 
They  see  the  triumph  from  afar, 
And  seize  it  with  their  eye. 

6.  When  that  illustrious  day  shall  rise 

And  all  Thy  armies  shine 
In  robes  of  victory  through  the  skies, 
The  glory  shall  be  Thine 
466 


WATCHFULNESS,  COURAGE.  AND  ZEAL. 

664.  S.  M.       C.  Wesley. 

Keep  the   chaege  of  the  Lord,  that  te  die  wot.—  Lc-v.  - 

1.  A  charge  to  keep  I  have,   . 

A  God  to  glorify, 
A  never-dying  BQtd  to  save. 
And  fit  it  for  the  sky. 

2.  To  serve  the  present  age. 

My  calling  to  fulfil ; 
0.  may  it  all  my  powers  engage 
To  do  my  Master's  will. 

o.  Arm  me  with  jealous  care, 

As  in  Thy  sight  to  live  ; 
And  0.  Thy  servant.  Lord,  prepare 
A  strict  account  to  give. 

4.  Help  me  to  watch  and  pray, 
And  on  Thyself  rely. 

Assured,  if  I  my  trust  betray, 
I  shall  forever  die. 


665.  C.  M.  Doddridge. 

I  PEESS   IOTTAED   THE  MASK  FOE   THE   FSIZS. —  Phil  3:  14. 

1.  Awake,  my  soul,  stretch  every  nerve, 

And  press  with  vigor  on  ; 
A  heavenly  race  demands  thy  zeal, 
And  an  immortal  crowd. 

2.  A  cloud  of  witnesses  around 

Hold  thee  in  full  survey  ; 
Forget  the  steps  already  trod, 
And  onward  urge  thy  way. 
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MAN    A    CHRISTIAN. 

3.  'Tis  Grid's  all-animating  voice 

That  calls  thee  from  on  high ; 
*Ti-  Hi-  own  hand  ihe  prize 

Tu  thine  aspiring  i 

4.  That  prize,  with  peerless  glories  bright, 

Which  shall  new  lustre  boast. 
Vv  tf  wreaths  and  monarch^  gems 

S     -i  blend  in  common  dust. 

5.  Blest  Saviour,  introduced  by  Thee. 

Have  I  my  race  begun  ; 
And.  crowned  with  victory,  at  Thy  feet 
I'll  lay  my  honors  down. 


666.  S.  31.  Doddridge. 

LET  TOUE  LOOTS  EE   GIEDED  ABOUT,  A5D  TOrE  LIGHT*  Er2;yi5G, 

-J  :  83. 

1.  Ye  servants  of  the  Lord, 

Each  in  his  office  wait ; 
Observant  of  His  heavenly  word, 
And  watchful  at  His  gate. 

2.  Let  all  your  lamps  be  bright. 

And  trim  the  golden  flame ; 
Gird  up  your  loins,  as  in  His  sight, 
For  awful  is  His  name. 

3.  u  Watch  !  n  'Tis  your  Lord's  command  ; 

And  while  we  speak.  He's  near ; 
Hark  the  first  signal  of  His  hand, 
And  ready  all  appear. 

4.  0.  happy  servant 

In  such  a  posture  found ; 
He  shall  His  Lord  with  rapture  - 
And  be  with  honor  crowned. 
463 


•WATCnFULXESS,    COURAGE,    AND    ZEAL. 

667.  S.  M.  C.  Weslet. 

PUT  OX  TIIE  WHOLE  ARMOB  OF  GOD.  —  Eph.  6  :  11. 

1.  Soldiers  of  Christ,  arise, 

And  put  your  armor  on  ; 
Strong  in  the  strength  which  God  supplies 
Through  His  eternal  Son. 

2.  Strong  in  the  Lord  of  Hosts, 

And  in  His  mighty  power  ; 
Who  in  the  strength  of  Jesus  trusts 
Is  more  than  conqueror. 

3.  Stand,  then,  in  His  great  might, 

With  all  His  strength  endued ; 
But  take,  to  arm  you  for  the  fight, 
The  panoply  of  God  ; 

4.  That,  having  all  things  done, 

And  all  your  conflicts  past, 
Ye  may  o'ercome  through  Christ  alone, 
And  stand  entire  at  last. 

668.  8s  &  7s.  CisWALL. 

Tee  kingdom  of  God  is  at  haxd.  —  Mark  1  :  15. 

1.  Hark!  an  awful  voice  is  sounding: 

"  Christ  is  nigh  !  "  it  seems  to  say  ; 
"  Cast  away  the  dreams  of  darkness, 
0  ye  children  of  the  day/' 

2.  Startled  at  the  solemn  warning, 

Let  the  earth-bound  soul  arise ; 
Christ,  her  Sun,  all  sloth  dispelling, 
Shines  upon  the  morning  skies. 
469 


MAN    A    CHRISTIAN. 

3.  Lo,  the  Lamb,  so  long  expected, 

Comes  with  pardon  down  from  heaven ; 
Let  us  haste  with  tears  of  sorrow, 
One  and  all,  to  be  forgiven. 

4.  So  when  next  He  comes  in  glory, 

Wrapping  all  the  earth  in  fear, 
May  He  then  as  our  Defender 
On  the  clouds  of  heaven  appear. 

669.  5s  &  6s. 

I  HAVE   FOUGIIT  A  GOOD  FIGHT,  I  HAVE   FINISHED  MY  COCESE.  — 2  Tim.  4  :  7. 

1.  Breast  the  wave,  Christian, 

When  it  is  strongest ; 
Watch  for  day,  Christian, 

When  the  night's  longest ; 
Onward  and  onward  still 

Be  thine  endeavor  ; 
The  rest  that  remaineth 

Will  be  forever. 

2.  Fight  the  fight,  Christian  ; 

Jesus  is  o'er  thee : 
Run  the  race,  Christian ; 

Heaven  is  before  thee : 
He  who  hath  promised  us 

Faltereth  never ; 
Love  of  eternity 

Flows  on  forever. 

3.  Lift  the  eye,  Christian, 

Just  as  it  closeth ; 
Raise  the  heart,  Christian, 

Ere  it  reposeth ; 
Thee  from  the  love  of  Christ 

Nothing  shall  sever ; 
Mount  when  the  work  is  done ; 

Praise  Him  forever. 
470 


"WATCHFULNESS,    COURAGE,    AND    ZEAL. 

670.  S.  M.  Heath. 

Watch  AKD  pbay.  —  Matt.  20  :  fL 

1.  My  soul,  be  on  thy  guard  ; 

Ten  thousand  foes  arise  : 
The  hosts  of  sin  are  pressing  hard 
To  draw  thee  from  the  skies. 

2.  0,  watch,  and  fight,  and  pray ; 

The  battle  ne'er  give  o'er ; 
Renew  it  boldly  every  day, 
And  help  divine  implore. 


671.  8s  & 


1.  Onward,  Christian,  though  the  region 

Where  thou  art  be  drear  and  lone ; 
God  has  set  a  guardian  legion 
Very  near  thee  ;  press  thou  on. 

2.  Listen,  Christian ;  their  hosanna 

Eolleth  o'er  thee  :  u  God  is  love." 
"Write  upon  thy  red-cross  banner, 
u  Upward  ever  ;  heaven's  above/' 

3.  By  the  thorn-road,  and  none  other, 

Is  the  mount  of  vision  won; 
Tread  it  without  shrinking,  brother; 
Jesus  trod  it ;  press  thou  on. 

4.  Be  this  world  the  wiser,  stronger, 

For  thy  life  of  pain  and  peace ; 
While  it  needs  thee.  O.  no  longer 
Pray  thou  for  thy  quick  release. 
471 


MAX    A    CHRISTIAN. 


5.  Pray  thou,  Christian,  daily,  rather. 
That  thou  be  a  faithful  son ; 
By  the  prayer  of  Jesus,  "  Father, 
Not  My  will,  but  Thine,  be  done." 


672.  S.  M.  Gerhard. 

I  AM   WITH  TOU  ALWAT,   EVEN  UNTO   THE   E>*D   OF   TIIE  "WORLD.  —  Matt.  23  :  20. 

1.  Give  to  the  winds  thy  fears  ; 

Hope,  and  be  undismayed  ; 
God  hears  thy  sighs  and  counts  thy  tears ; 
God  shall  lift  up  thy  head. 

2.  Through  waves,  and  clouds,  and  storms. 

He  gently  clears  thy  way ; 
Wait  thou  His  time ;  so  shall  this  night 
Soon  end  in  joyous  day. 

3.  Far,  far  above  thy  thought 

His  counsel  shall  appear, 
When  fully  He  the  work  hath  wrought. 
That  caused  thy  needless  fear. 

4.  TYliat  though  thou  rulest  not ! 

Yet  heaven,  and  earth,  and  hell 
Proclaim,  God  sitteth  on  the  throne, 
And  ruleth  all  things  well. 


673.  7s. 

IN  DUE   SEASON*  VTE   SHALL  EEAP  IF  \TE  FAINT  N'OT.  —  Gal.  G  :  9. 

1.  Faint  not,  Christian  !  though  the  road 
Leading  to  thy  blest  abode 
Darksome  be,  and  dangerous  too, 
Christ,  thy  Guide,  will  bring  thee  through. 
472 


WATCHFULNESS,  COURAGE,  AND  ZEAL. 

2.  Faint  not,  Christian  !   though  the  world 
Has  its  hostile  flag  unfurled, 

Hold  the  cross  of  Jesus  fast ; 
Thou  shalt  overcome  at  last. 

3.  Faint  not,  Christian  !  though  within 
There's  a  heart  so  prone  to  sin, 
Christ  the  Lord  is  over  all ; 

He'll  not  suffer  thee  to  tail. 

4.  Faint  not,  Christian  !  look  on  high ; 
See  the  harpers  in  the  sky ; 
Patient  wait,  and  thou  wilt  join 
Chant  with  them  of  love  divine. 

674.  L.  M.  Watts. 

EXDUEE   IIAEDXESS   AS   A  GOOD    SOLDIER   OF  JESUS    ClIEIST.  —  2  Tim.  2  :  3. 

1.  Stand  up,  my  soul,  shake  off  thy  fears, 

And  gird  the  gospel  armor  on  ; 
March  to  the  gates  of  endless  joy, 

Where  thy  great  Captain  Saviour's  gone. 

2.  Hell  and  thy  sins  resist  thy  course  ; 

But  hell  and  sin  are  vanquished  foes : 
Thy  Jesus  nailed  them  to  the  cross, 
And  sung  the  triumph  when  He  rose. 

3.  Then  let  my  soul  march  boldly  on, 

Press  forward  to  the  heavenly  gate ; 
There  peace  and  joy  eternal  reign, 

And  glittering  robes  for  conquerors  wait 

4.  There  shall  I  wear  a  starry  crown, 

And  triumph  in  almighty  grace, 
While  all  the  armies  of  the  skies 
Join  in  my  glorious  Leader's  praise. 
473 


MAX    A    CHRISTIAN. 

675.  7s  &   Os.  IlYMXAL. 

Behold,  the  Bridegroom  cometh  ;  go  ye  out  to  meet  Him. —  Matt.  25  :  G. 

1.  Rise  up,  all  ye  believers, 

And  let  your  lights  appear ; 
The  shades  of  eve  are  thickening, 

And  darker  night  is  near. 
The  Bridegroom  is  advancing  ; 

Each  hour  He  draws  more  nigh ; 
Up  !  watch  and  pray,  nor  slumber ; 

At  midnight  comes  the  cry. 

2.  See  that  your  lamps  are  burning, 

Your  vessels  filled  with  oil ; 
Wait  calmly  your  deliverance 

From  earthly  pain  and  toil. 
The  watchers  on  the  mountains 

E'en  now  His  chariot  spy ; 
O,  go  ye  forth  to  meet  Him, 

And  raise  hosannas  high. 

3.  The  saints,  who  here  in  patience 

Their  cross  and  sufferings  bore, 
"With  Him  shall  reign  forever, 

"When  sorrow  is  no  more. 
Around  the  throne  of  glory 

The  Lamb  shall  they  behold, 
Adoring  cast  before  Him 

Their  diadems  of  gold. 

676.  8s  &  7s.  Grant. 

LO,  "WE   HAVE   LEFT  ALL  AKD   HAVE   FOLLOWED   TlIEE.  —  Mark  10  :  28. 

1.  Jesus.  I  my  cross  have  taken. 
All  to  leave  and  follow  Thee  ; 
Naked,  poor,  despised,  forsaken, 
Thou,  from  hence,  my  All  shalt  be. 

47i 


WATCHFULNESS,  COURAGE,  AND  ZEAL. 

Perish  every  fund  ambition, 

All  I've  sought)  or  hoped,  or  known 

Yet  how  rich  is  my  condition  ! 

God  and  heaven  are  still  my  own. 

2.  Let  the  world  despise  and  leave  me  ; 

They  have  left  my  Saviour,  too  ; 
Human  hearts  and  looks  deceive  me  ; 

Thou  art  not,  like  them,  untrue  ; 
And  while  Thou  shalt  smile  upon  me, 

God  of  wisdom,  love,  and  might. 
Foes  may  hate  and  friends  may  scorn  me ; 

Show  Thy  face,  and  all  is  bright. 

3.  Soul,  then  know  thy  full  salvation  ; 

Rise  o'er  sin,  and  fear,  and  care ; 
Joy  to  find  in  every  station 

S  ►metning  still  to  do  or  bear. 
Think  what  Spirit  dwells  within  thee  ; 

Think  what  Father's  smiles  are  thine  ; 
Think  that  Jesus  died  to  win  thee 

Child  of  heaven,  canst  thou  repine  ? 

4.  Haste  thee  on  from  grace  to  glory, 

Armed  by  faith,  and  winged  by  prayer ; 
Heaven's  eternal  day's  before  thee  ; 

God's  own  hand  shall  guide  thee  there. 
Soon  shall  close  thy  earthly  mi-sion, 

Soon  shall  pass  thy  pilgrim  days  ; 
Hope  shall  change  to  glad  fruition. 

Faith  to  sight,  and  prayer  to  praise. 

677.  C.  31.  Eylaxd. 

Hixdes  me  .vox.-  G«n.  24  :  56. 

1.  Ix  all  my  Lord's  appointed  ways 
My  journey  I'll  pursue  ; 
"  Hinder  me  not,"  ye  much-loved  saints, 
For  I  must  go  with  you. 
47-5 


MAN    A    CHRISTIAN. 

2.  Through  floods  and  flames,  if  Jesus  lead, 

I'll  follow  where  He  goes  ; 
"  Hinder  me  not,"  shall  be  my  cry, 
Though  earth  and  hell  oppose. 

3.  Through  duty,  and  through  trials  too, 

I'll  go  at  His  command ; 
"  Hinder  me  not ; "  for  I  am  bound 
To  my  Immanuers  land. 

4.  And,  when  my  Saviour  calls  me  home, 

Still  this  my  cry  shall  be  — 
"  Hinder  me  not ;  "  come,  welcome,  death ; 
I'll  gladly  go  with  Thee. 


678. 


C.  M. 


Doddridge. 


The  redeemed  siiall  walk  theee.  — Is.  So  :  9. 

1.  Sing,  ye  redeemed  of  the  Lord, 

Your  great  Deliverer  sing ; 
Pilgrims,  for  Zion's  city  bound, 
Be  joyful  in  your  King. 

2.  A  hand  divine  shall  lead  you  on 

Through  all  the  blissful  road, 
Till  to  the  sacred  mount  you  rise, 
And  see  your  smiling  God. 

3.  There  garlands  of  immortal  joy 

Shall  bloom  on  every  head ; 
While  sorrow,  sighing,  and  distress, 
Like  shadows,  all  are  fled. 

4.  March  on  in  your  Redeemer's  strength ; 

Pursue  His  footsteps  still ; 
And  let  the  prospect  cheer  your  eye 
While  laboring  up  the  hill. 
476 


WATCHFULNESS,    COURAGE,   AND    ZEAL. 

679.  7s.  Wdtphail 

Foe  to  me  to  live  is  Cheist,  A5D  to  die  is  gai>-.  —  Phil.  1  :  21. 

1.  Christ,  of  all  my  hopes  the  Ground, 

Christ,  the  Spring  of  all  my  joy, 
Still  in  Thee  let  me  be  found. 

Still  for  Thee  my  powers  employ. 

2.  Fountain  of  o'erflowing  grace, 

Freely  from  Thy  fulness  give ; 
Till  I  close  my  earthly  race, 
Be  it  "  Christ  for  me  to  live/' 

3.  TThen  I  touch  the  blessed  shore, 

Back  the  closing  waves  shall  roll ; 
Death's  dark  stream  shall  never  more 
Part  from  Thee  my  ravished  soul. 

4.  Thus,  0,  thus  an  entrance  give 

To  the  land  of  cloudless  sky  ; 

Having  known  it  *  Christ  to  live," 
Let  me  know  it  B  gain  to  die." 

680.  L.  M.  Watts. 

Lat  HOLD  05-  ETEE>'AL  LIFE.—  1  Tim.  6 :  12. 

L.  I  send  the  joys  of  earth  away ; 
Away,  ye  tempters  of  the  mind, 
False  as  the  smooth,  deceitful  sea, 
And  empty  as  the  whistling  wind. 

>.  Your  streams  were  floating  me  along 
Down  to  the  gulf  of  black  despair ; 
And  while  I  listened  to  your  song, 

Your  streams  had  e'en  conveyed  me  there. 

3.  Lord.  I  adore  Thy  matchless  grace, 
That  warned  me  of  that  dark  abyss. 
That  drew  me  from  those  treacherous  seas, 
And  bade  me  seek  superior  bliss. 
477 


MAN    A    CHRISTIAN. 

Now  to  the  shining  realms  above 

I  stretch  my  hands  and  glance  mine  eyes; 
O  for  the  pinions  of  a  dove, 

To  bear  me  to  the  upper  skies  ! 

There,  from  the  bosom  of  my  God, 
Oceans  of  endless  pleasures  roll : 

There  would  I  fix  my  last  abode, 
And  drown  the  sorrows  of  my  soul. 


681. 


L.  M. 


Watts. 


THEY   TUAT  WAIT   UPON  THE   LORD    SHALL   EENEW   THEIR    STRENGTH. 

Is.  40  :  31. 

1.  Awake,  our  souls;  away,  our  fears; 

Let  every  trembling  thought  be  gone ; 
Awake,  and  run  the  heavenly  race, 
And  put  a  cheerful  courage  on. 

2.  True,  'tis  a  strait  and  thorny  road, 

And  mortal  spirits  tire  and  faint ; 
But  they  forget  the  mighty  God, 

That  feeds  the  strength  of  every  saint ; 

3.  The  mighty  God,  whose  matchless  power 

Is  ever  new  and  ever  young, 
And  firm  endures,  while  endless  years 
Their  everlasting  circles  run. 


4.  From  Thee,  the  overflowing  Spring, 

Our  souls  shall  drink  a  fresh  supply, 

While  such  as  trust  their  native  strength 

Shall  melt  away,  and  droop,  and  die. 

5.  Swift  as  an  eagle  cuts  the  air, 

We'll  mount  aloft  to  Thine  abode  ; 
On  wings  of  love  our  souls  shall  fly, 
Nor  tire  amid  the  heavenly  road. 
478 


FEACE,    SAFETY.    IIOl'E.    AND    JOY. 

IAX   A   CHRISTIAN.—  PEACE.    SAFETY, 
HOPE.    AND   JOY. 

682.  C.  M.  Doddridge. 

He   WILL    SPEAK   PEACE    U.VIO    III  S    FEOTLE.  — Tj.    >0  i   5. 

1.  Unite,  my  roving  thoughts,  (mite 

In  silence  soft  and  sweet ; 
And  thou,  my  soul,  sit  gently  down 
At  thy  great  Sovereign's  feet. 

2.  Jehovah's  awful  voice  is  heard  ; 

Yet  gladly  I  attend: 
For.  lo.  the  everlasting  God 
Proclaims  Himself  my  Friend. 

3.  Harmonious  accents  to  my  soul 

The  sounds  of  peace  convey  : 
The  tempest  at  His  word  subsides, 
And  winds  and  seas  obey. 

4.  By  all  its  joys,  I  charge  my  heart 

To  grieve  His  love  no  more. 
But.  charmed  by  melody  divine, 
To  give  its  follies  o'er. 

683,  C.  1M.  Watts. 

Salvatiok  will  God  appoint  for  walls  and  bulwarks.  —  Is.  26:  1. 

1.  Arise,  my  soul,  my  joyful  powers. 

And  triumph  in  my  God  ; 
Awake,  my  voice,  and  loud  proclaim 
His  glorious  grace  abroad. 

2.  The  arms  of  everlasting  love 

Beneath  my  soul  He  placed. 
And  on  the  Rock  of  Ages  set 
My  slipperv  footsteps  last. 
479 


MAX    A    CHRISTIAN.  # 

3.  The  city  of  my  blest  abode 

Is  walled  around  with  grace ; 
Salvation  for  a  bulwark  stands, 
To  shield  the  sacred  place. 

4.  Arise,  my  soul,  awake,  my  voice, 

And  tunes  of  pleasure  sing ; 
Loud  hallelujahs  shall  address 
My  Saviour  and  my  King. 

684.  S.  M.  Watts. 

GOD   IIAT1I    SENT   FORTH   THE    SPIRIT   OF   HlS    SON   INTO   YOUR   HEARTS. 

Gal.  4  :  (k 

1.  Behold,  what  wondrous  grace 

The  Father  hath  bestowed 
On  sinners  of  a  mortal  race, 
To  call  them  sons  of  God ! 

2.  'Tis  no  surprising  thing 

That  we  should  be  unknown  ; 
The  Jewish  world  knew  not  their  King, 
God's  everlasting  Son. 

3.  Nor  doth  it  yet  appear 

How  great  we  must  be  made ; 
But  when  we  see  our  Saviour  here, 
We  shall  be  like  our  Head. 

4.  If  in  my  Father's  love 

I  share  a  filial  part, 
Send  down  Thy  Spirit  like  a  dove, 
To  rest  upon  my  heart. 

5.  We  would  no  longer  lie, 

Like  slaves,  beneath  the  throne ; 
My  faith  shall  Abba  Father  cry, 
And  Thou  the  kindred  own. 
480 


PEACE.  SAFETY,  HOPE,  AND  JOY. 

685.  7s.  Humphries. 

NOTT  ARE  WE   THE  SONS  OF   GOD.  — 1  John  C  :  2. 

1.  Blessed  are  the  sons  of  God ; 
The}'  are  bought  with  Jesus'  blood  ; 
They  are  ransomed  from  the  grave ; 
Life  eternal  they  shall  have  : 

With  them  numbered  may  we  be, 
INow  and  through  eternity. 

2.  God  did  love  them  in  His  Son 
Long  before  the  world  begun  ; 
They  the  seal  of  this  receive, 
When  on  Jesus  they  believe  : 

With  them  numbered  may  we  be, 
Now  and  through  eternity. 

3.  They  are  justified  by  grace  ; 
They  enjoy  a  solid  peace ; 

All  their  sins  are  washed  away  ; 
They  shall  stand  in  God's  great  day : 

With  them  numbered  may  we  be, 

Now  and  in  eternitv. 


686.  C.  M.  Watts. 

Ye  HAVE  RECEIVED   THE   SPIRIT   OF  ADOPTION*  "THEREBY   WE   CRY   AllHA 

Father.  —  Rom.  S  :  15. 

1.  Grace,  like  an  uncorrupted  seed, 

Abides  and  reigns  within  ; 
Immortal  principles  forbid 
The  sons  of  God  to  sin. 

2.  Xot  by  the  terrors  of  a  slave 

Do  they  perform  His  will, 
But  with  the  noblest  powers  they  have, 
His  sweet  commands  fulfil. 
31  481 


MAX    A    CHRISTIAN. 

3.  They  find  access,  at  eveiy  hour, 

To  God  within  the  veil ; 
Hence  they  derive  a  quickening  power, 
And  joys  that  never  fail. 

4.  0  happy  souls  !    O  glorious  state 

Of  overflowing  grace ! 
To  dwell  so  near  their  Father's  seat, 
And  see  His  lovely  face ! 

5.  Lord,  I  address  Thy  heavenly  throne  ; 

Call  me  a  child  of  Thine  ; 
Send  down  the  Spirit  of  Thy  Son, 
To  form  my  heart  divine. 

6.  There  shed  Thy  choicest  love  abroad, 

And  make  my  comforts  strong ; 
Then  shall  I  say,  My  Father,  God, 
With  an  unwavering  tongue. 

687.  C.  P.  M.  H.  Moore. 

My  peace  I  give  unto  you.—  John  14  :  27. 

1.  Soft  are  the  fruitful  showers  that  bring 
The  welcome  promise  of  the  spring ; 

And  soft  the  vernal  gale  ; 
Sweet  the  wild  warblings  of  the  grove, 
The  voice  of  nature  and  of  love, 

That  gladden  every  vale. 

2.  But  softer  in  the  mourner's  ear 
Sounds  the  mild  voice  of  mercy  near, 

That  whispers  sins  forgiven  ; 
And  sweeter  far  the  music  swells 
When  to  the  raptured  soul  she  tells 

Of  peace  and  promised  heaven. 

3.  Fair  are  the  flowers  that  deck  the  ground  ; 
And  groves  and  gardens,  blooming  round, 

Unnumbered  charms  unfold  ; 
482 


PEACE.  SAEETY.  HOPS,  AND  JOY. 

Bright  is  the  sun's  meridian  ray. 
And  bright  the  beams  ot'  setting  day, 

That  robe  the  clouds  in  gold. 

4.  But  far  more  fair  the  pious  breast 
In  richer  robes  of  goodness  dresse  1. 

Where  heaven's  own  graces  shine ; 
And  brighter  tar  the  prospects  rise. 
That  burst  on  faith's  delighted  eyes, 

From  glories  all  divine. 

688.  C.    M.  COYTPER. 

Axd  the  Lord  showed  him  all  the  laxd.—  Deut.  34:  L 

1.  I  was  a  grovelling  creature  once. 

And  basely  cleaved  to  earth ; 
I  wanted  spirit  to  renounce 
The  clod  that  gave  me  birth. 

2.  But  God  has  breathed  upon  a  worm, 

And  sent  me  from  above 
Wings  such  as  clothe  an  angel's  form  — 
The  wings  of  joy  and  love. 

3.  With  these  to  Pisgah's  top  I  fly, 

And  there  delighted  stand. 
To  view,  beneath  a  shining  sky, 
The  spacious  promised  land. 

4.  The  Lord  of  all  the  vast  domain 

Has  promised  it  to  me : 
The  length  and  breadth  of  all  the  plain, 
As  far  as  faith  can  see. 

5.  How  glorious  is  my  privilege  ! 

To  Thee  for  help  I  call : 
I  stand  upon  a  mountain's  edge ; 
O,  save  me,  lest  I  fall. 
483 


MAX    A    CHRISTIAN. 

Though  much  exalted  in  the  Lord, 
My  strength  is  not  my  own ; 

Then  let  me  tremble  at  His  word, 
And  none  shall  cast  me  down. 


689. 


L.  M. 


Watts. 


AKE  TIIEY  >'OT  ALL  MIXI STERIXG   STIRITS  ?— llcb.  1  :  14. 

1.  High  on  a  hill  of  dazzling  li^ht 

The  King  of  glory  spreads  His  seat, 

And  troops  of  angels,  stretched  for  flight, 

Stand  waiting  round  His  awful  feet. 

2.  Thy  winged  troops,  0  God  of  hosts, 

Wait  on  Thy  wandering  church  below ; 
Here  we  are  sailing  to  Thy  coasts ; 
Let  angels  be  our  convoy  too. 

3.  Are  they  not  all  Thy  servants.  Lord  ? 

At  Thy  command  they  go  and  come, 
With  cheerful  haste  obey  Thy  word. 
And  guard  Thy  children  to  their  home. 


690. 


C.  M. 


Addison. 


They  ceied  unto  tiie  Loed  i>*  theie  teouble,  and  He  saved  titem. 

Ps.  Ki  :  IX 

1.  Ho"\v  are  Thy  servants  blessed,  O  Lord! 

How  sure  is  their  defence ! 

Eternal  Wisdom  is  their  guide, 

Their  help,  Omnipotence. 

2.  In  foreign  realms  and  lands  remote, 

Supported  by  Thy  care. 
Through  burning  climes  I  passed  unhurt, 
And  breathed  in  tainted  air. 
484 


PEACE,  SAFETY,  HOPE,  AND  JOY. 

3.  Think,  0  my  soul,  devoutly  think, 

How,  with  affrighted  eyes, 
Thou  saw'st  the  wide,  extended  deep 
In  all  its  horrors  rise. 

4.  Yet  then  from  all  my  griefs,  O  God, 

Thy  mercy  set  me  free, 
While  in  the  confidence  of  prayer 
My  soul  took  hold  on  Thee. 

5.  For  though  in  dreadful  whirls  we  hung, 

High  on  the  broken  wave, 
I  knew  Thou  wert  not  slow  to  hear, 
Nor  impotent  to  save. 

6.  In  midst  of  dangers,  fears,  and  death, 

Thy  goodness  I'll  adore, 
And  praise  Thee  for  Thy  mercies  past, 
And  humbly  hope  for  more. 

691.  C.  ML  Watts. 

Blessed  is  the  max  that  walketh  xot  nr  the  counsel  of  the  uxgodlt. 

Ts.  1 :  L 

1.  Blessed  is  the  man  who  shuns  the  place 

Where  sinners  love  to  meet, 
Who  fears  to  tread  their  wicked  ways, 
And  hates  the  scoffer's  seat ; 

2.  But  in  the  statutes  of  the  Lord 

Has  placed  his  chief  delight ; 
By  day  he  reads  or  hears  the  word, 
And  meditates  by  night. 

3.  Green  as  the  leaf,  and  ever  fair, 

Shall  his  profession  shine  ; 
While  fruits  of  holiness  appear, 
Like  clusters  on  the  vine. 
485 


MAN    A    CHRISTIAN. 


4.  Not  so  the  impious  and  unjust; 
What  vain  designs  they  form ! 
Their  hopes  are  blown  away  like  dust, 
Or  chaff  before  the  storm. 


5.  Sinners  in  judgment  shall  not  stand 
Among  the  sons  of  grace, 
When  Christ,  the  Judge,  at  His  right  hand, 
Appoints  His  saints  a  place. 


692. 


L.  M. 


Watts. 


nE  oxly  is  my  Rock.  — Ps.  G2  :  2. 

1.  My  spirit  looks  to  God  alone  ; 

My  rock  and  refuge  is  His  throne ; 
In  all  my  fears,  in  all  my  straits, 
My  soul  on  His  salvation  waits. 

2.  Trust  Him,  ye  saints,  in  all  your  ways  ; 
Pour  out  your  hearts  before  His  face ; 
When  helpers  fail,  and  foes  invade, 
God  is  our  all-sufficient  Aid. 


693. 


C.  M. 


Watts. 


They  that  trust  nr  the  Loed  shall  be  as  Mount  Zio>\  —  Pe.  125 :  1. 

1.  Unshaken  as  the  sacred  hill, 
And  firm  as  mountains  be ; 
Firm  as  a  rock  the  soul  shall  rest, 
That  leans,  0  Lord,  on  Thee. 


2.  Not  walls  nor  hills  could  guard  so  well 
Old  Salem's  happy  ground. 
As  those  eternal  arms  of  love 
That  every  saint  surround. 
486 


PEACE,  SAFETY,  HOFE,  AND  JOY. 

3.  Deal  gently,  Lord,  with  souls  sincere, 
And  lead  thein  safely  on 
To  the  bright  gates  of  paradise, 
Where  Christ,  their  Lord,  is  gone. 


694.  7s.  Lyte. 

Uxdkb  His  -vtixgs  shalt  inou  trust.  — Ts.  CI  i  4. 

1.  They  who  on  the  Lord  rely. 

Safely  dwell,  though  danger's  nigh ; 
Lo,  His  sheltering  wings  are  spread 
O'er  each  faithful  servant's  head. 

2c  Vain  temptation's  wily  snare  ; 
Christians  are  Jehovah's  care ; 
Harmless  flies  the  shaft  by  day, 
Or  in  darkness  wings  its  way. 

3.  When  they  wake,  or  when  they  sleep, 
Angel  guards  their  vigils  keep ; 
Death  and  danger  may  be  near ; 
Faith  and  love  have  nought  to  fear. 

695.  C.  M.  "Watts. 

The  steps  of  a  good  max  are  op.deeed  ey  the  Loed.  —  Ps.  S7  :  23. 

1.  My  God,  the  steps  of  pious  men 

Are  ordered  by  Thy  will ; 
Though  they  should  fall,  they  rise  again ; 
Thy  hand  supports  them  still. 

2.  The  Lord  delights  to  see  their  ways ; 

Their  virtue  He  approves  ; 
He'll  ne'er  deprive  them  of  His  grace, 
Xor  leave  the  men  He  loves. 
487 


MAX   A    CHRISTIAN. 

3.  The  heavenly  heritage  is  theirs, 

Their  portion  and  their  home; 
He  feeds  them  now,  and  makes  them  heirs 
Of  blessings  long  to  come. 

4.  The  haughty  sinner  I  have  seen, 

Nor  fearing  man  nor  God, 
Like  a  tall  bay  tree,  fair  and  green, 
Spreading  his  arms  abroad. 

5.  And,  lo,  he  vanished  from  the  ground, 

Destroyed  by  hands  unseen  ; 
Nor  root,  nor  branch,  nor  leaf  was  found, 
Where  all  that  pride  had  been. 

6.  But  mark  the  man  of  righteousness  ; 

His  several  steps  attend ; 
True  pleasure  runs  through  all  his  ways, 
And  peaceful  is  his  end. 

696.  8s  ft  7s.  Nevix. 

I  am  with  you  al-vv ay.  —  Matt.  28  :  20. 

1.  Always  with  us,  always  with  us  — 

Words  of  cheer  and  words  of  love ; 
Thus  the  risen  Saviour  whispers, 
From  His  dwelling  place  above. 

2.  With  us  when  we  toil  in  sadness, 

Sowing  much  and  reaping  none, 
Telling  us  that  in  the  future 
Golden  harvests  shall  be  won. 

3.  With  us  when  the  storm  is  sweeping 

O'er  our  pathway  dark  and  drear, 
Waking  hope  within  our  bosoms, 
Stilling  every  anxious  fear. 

488 


PEACE,    SAFETY,    HOPE,    AND    JOY. 

4.  With  aa  in  the  lonely  valley, 

Whten  we  cross  the  chilling  stream, 
Lighting  up  the  steps  to  glory 

With  salvation's  radiant  beam. 


697,  C.  M.  Pratt's  Coll. 

Cast  thyeuedex  upon  the  Lord,  axd  Tin  shall  sustain  thee.— Ps.  Z5 :  22. 

1.  Still  on  the  Lord  thy  burden  roll, 

Nor  let  a  care  remain ; 
His  mighty  arm  shall  bear  thy  soul, 

And  all  thy  grief  sustain. 

2.  Xe'er  will  the  Lord  His  aid  deny 

To  those  who  trust  His  love  ; 
The  men  who  on  His  grace  rely 
JSor  earth  nor  hell  shall  move. 

698.  L.  M.  Watts. 

WnO   SIIALL  LAY  ANT   THING  TO   THE   CIIAEGE   OF   GOD'S  ELECT  ?  — Rom.  3  :  33. 

1.  Who  shall  the  Lord's  elect  condemn? 

'Tis  God  who  justifies  their  souls  ; 
And  mercy,  like  a  mighty  stream, 
O'er  all  their  sins  divinely  rolls. 

2.  Wlio  shall  adjudge  the  saints  to  hell? 

'Tis  Christ  who  suffered  in  their  stead ; 
And  the  salvation  to  fulfil, 

Behold  Him  rising  from  the  dead. 

r 

3.  He  lives  !  he  live- !  and  -its  above, 

Forever  interceding  there ; 
Who  shall  divide  as  from  His  love. 
Or  what  should  tempt  us  to  despair? 
489 


MAX    A    CHRISTIAN. 


Shall  persecution,  or  distress, 

Famine,  or  sword,  or  nakedness  ? 

He  who  hath  loved  us  bears  us  through, 
And  makes  us  more  than  conquerors  too. 


699.  L.  M.  Watts. 

IBZckft  the  Lord  build  the  douse,  they  labor  in  taix.-Ps.L27  : 1. 

1.  If  God  succeed  not,  all  the  cost 

And  pains  to  build  the  house  are  lost ; 

If  God  the  city  will  not  keep, 

The  watchful  guards  as  well  may  sleep. 

2.  What  if  you  rise  before  the  sun. 
And  work  and  toil  when  day  is  done, 
Careful  and  sparing  eat  your  bread, 
To  shun  that  poverty  you  dread ; 

3.  'Tis  all  in  vain,  till  God  hath  blessed ; 
He  can  make  rich,  yet  give  us  rest ; 
Children  and  friends  are  blessings  too, 
If  God,  our  Sovereign,  make  them  so. 

4.  Happy  the  man  to  whom  He  sends 
Obedient  children,  faithful  friends ; 
How  sweet  our  daily  comforts  prove 
When  they  are  seasoned  with  His  love ! 

700.  C.  M.  Watts. 

The  Lord  shall  bless  thee  out  of  Zion.  — Ps.  128  :o. 

1.  0  happy  man,  whose  soul  is  filled 
With  zeal  and  reverend  awe  ! 
His  lips  to  God  their  honors  yield, 
His  life  adorns  the  law. 
490 


PEACE,  SAFETY.  HOPE,  AND  JOY. 

2.  A  careful  Providence  shall  stand, 

And  ever  guard  thy  head; 
Shall  on  the  labors  of  thy  hand 
Its  kindly  blessings  shed. 

3.  Thy  wife  shall  be  a  fruitful  vine ; 

Thy  children  round  thy  board, 
Each  like  a  plant  of  honor  shine, 
And  learn  to  fear  the  Lord. 

4.  This  is  the  man  whose  happy  eyes 

Shall  see  his  house  increase  ; 
Shall  see  the  sinking  church  arise, 
Then  leave  the  world  in  peace. 


701.  C.  31.  Watts. 

Foe  I  kxow  wnoM  I  have  eelieved.  —  2  Tim.  1 :  12. 

1.  I'm  not  ashamed  to  own  my  Lord, 

Nor  to  defend  His  cause. 
Maintain  the  honor  of  His  word, 
The  glory  of  His  cross. 

2.  Jesus,  my  God,  I  know  His  name  ; 

His  name  is  all  my  trust : 
!Nor  will  He  put  my  soul  to  shame, 
xsor  let  my  hope  be  lost. 

3.  Firm  as  His  throne  His  promise  stands, 

And  He  can  well  secure 
What  I've  committed  to  His  hands 
Till  the  decisive  hour. 

4.  Then  will  He  own  my  worthless  name 

Before  His  Father's  face, 
And  in  the  new  Jerusalem 
Appoint  my  soul  a  place. 
491 


3IAN    A    CHRISTIAN. 

702.  CM.        Tate  &  Brady. 

Blessed  is  the  max  whom  Thou  ciiastekest.  —  Ps.  J>4 :  12. 

1.  Blessed  is  the  man  whom  Thou,  0  Lord, 

In  kindness  dost  chastise, 
And  by  Thy  sacred  rules  to  walk, 
Dost  lovingly  advise. 

2.  For  God  will  never  from  His  saints 

His  favor  wholly  take : 
His  own  possession,  and  His  lot 
He  will  not  quite  forsake. 

,  Doxology. 

To  Thee,  O  Father,  Son,  to  Thee, 

To  Thee,  O  Spirit  blessed, 
All  glory  in  one  Godhead  be 

By  ail  the  saints  addressed. 

703.  C  M.  Logan. 

HEE  WATS  AEE  WAYS   OF  PLEAS AXTXESS.  —  PrOV.  3  :  17. 

1.  O,  happy  is  the  man  who  hears 

Instruction's  warning  voice, 
And  who  celestial  Wisdom  makes 
His  early,  only  choice. 

2.  For  she  has  treasure  greater  far 

Than  east  or  west  unfold, 

And  her  reward  is  more  secure 

Than  is  the  gain  of  gold. 

3.  In  her  right  hand  she  holds  to  view 

A  length  of  happy  years, 
And  in  her  left  the  prize  of  fame 
And  honor  bright  appears. 
492 


PEACE,    SAFETY,    HOPE,    AND    JOY. 

4.  She  guides  the  young,  with  innocence 

In  pleasure's  path  to  tread  ; 
A  crown  of  glory  she  bestows 
Upon  the  hoary  head. 

5.  According  as  her  labors  rise, 

So  her  rewards  increase ; 
Her  ways  are  ways  01  pleasantness, 
And  all  her  paths  are  peace. 


704.  L.  M.  Watts. 

Beixg  justified  by  faith,  we  have  feace  with  God.  —  Bom,  5  : 1. 

1.  Lord,  how  secure  and  blessed  are  they 

Who  feel  the  joys  of  pardoned  sin  ! 
Should  storms  of  wrath  shake  earth  and  sea. 
Their  minds  have  heaven  and  peace  within. 

2.  The  day  glides  swiftly  o'er  their  heads, 

Made  up  of  innocence  and  love, 
And  soft  and  silent  as  the  shades 
Their  nightly  minutes  gently  move. 

705.  C.  M.  Watts. 

Thou  hast  holdex  me  by  my  eight  haxd.  —  Vs.  73  :  '23. 

1.  God.  my  Supporter  and  my  Hope, 

My  Help  forever  near. 
Thine  arm  of  mercy  held  me  up, 
"When  sinking  in  despair. 

2.  Thy  counsels.  Lord,  shall  guide  my  feet 

Through  this  dark  wilderness. 
Thine  hand  conduct  me  near  Thy  seat, 
To  dwell  before  Thy  face. 

493 


MAX    A    CHRISTIAN". 

3.  Were  I  in  heaven  without  my  God, 

'Twould  be  no  joy  to  me  ; 
And  while  this  earth  is  my  abode, 
I  long  for  none  but  Thee. 

4.  What  if  the  springs  of  life  were  broke, 

And  flesh  and  heart  should  faint ; 
God  is  my  soul's  eternal  Rock, 
The  Strength  of  every  saint. 


706.  7s.  Ceknick. 

Rejoicing  nr  hope.  — Rom.  12:  12. 

1.  Children  of  the  heavenly  King, 
As  ye  journey,  sweetly  sing  ; 
Sing  your  Saviour's  worthy  praise, 
Glorious  in  His  works  and  ways. 

2.  Ye  are  travelling  home  to  God 
In  the  way  the  fathers  trod ; 
They  are  happy  now,  and  ye 
Soon  then-  happiness  shall  see. 

3.  Shout,  ye  little  flock,  and  blessed  ! 
You  on  Jesus'  throne  shall  rest ; 
There  your  seat  is  now  prepared ; 
There  your  kingdom  and  reward. 

4.  Fear  not,  brethren ;  joyful  stand 
On  the  borders  of  your  land ; 
Christ,  your  Father's  darling  Son, 
Bids  you  undismayed  go  on. 

5.  Lord,  submissive  make  us  go, 
Gladly  leaving  all  below  ; 
Only  Thou  our  Leader  be, 
And  we  still  will  follow  Thee. 

494 


TEACE.    SAFETY,    HOPE,   AND    JOY. 

707.  S.    M.  SWADT. 

llC   WILL  yOT  SVFFEB  TIIY  FOOT  TO  BE  MOVED.— Ps.  Dl  :  3. 

1.  I  stand  on  Son's  mount. 

And  view  my  starry  crown  ; 
No  power  on  earth  my  hope  can  shake, 
Nor  hell  can  thrust  me  down. 

2.  The  lofty  hills  and  towers 

That  lift  their  heads  on  high, 

Shall  all  be  levelled  low  in  dust ; 

Their  very  names  shall  die. 

3.  The  vaulted  heavens  shall  fall, 

Built  by  Jehovah's  hands  ; 
But  firmer  than  the  heavens  fhe  Eock 
Of  my  salvation  stands. 

DOXOLOGY. 

Praise  to  the  Father  be  ; 

Praise  to  the  Son,  who  rose ; 
Praise  to  the  blessed  Comforter, 

While  time  unending  flows. 

708.  C.  M.  Watts- 

Let  us  be  glad  and  rxjoick,  akd  give  noxoR  to  Him. —Rev.  19  :  7, 

1.  Seraphs,  with  elevated  strains, 

Circle  the  throne  around, 
And  move  and  charm  the  starry  plains 
With  an  immortal  sound. 

2.  Jesus,  the  Lord,  their  harps  employs  ; 

Jesus,  my  Love,  they  sing ; 
Jesus,  the  name  of  both  our  joys. 
Sounds  sweet  from  every  string. 
495 


MAN   A    CHRISTIAN. 

3.  Now  let  me  rise,  and  join  their  song, 

And  be  an  angel  too ; 
My  heart,  my  hand,  my  ear,  my  tongue, 
Here's  joyful  work  for  you. 

4.  I  would  begin  the  music  here, 

And  so  my  soul  should  rise ; 
0  for  some  heavenly  notes  to  bear 
My  spirit  to  the  skies ! 

709.  S.  M.  Doddridge. 

TlIEY   SHALL   SING   IX   TIIE    WAYS   OF   THE   LORD.  —  Pg.  133:  5. 

1.  Now  let  our  voices  join 

To  form  one  pleasant  song ; 
Ye  pilgrims  in  Jehovah's  ways, 
With  music  pass  along. 

2.  How  straight  the  path  appears  ! 

How  open  and  how  fair  ! 
No  lurking  gins  to  entrap  our  feet, 
No  fierce  destroyer  there. 

3.  But  flowers  of  paradise 

In  rich  profusion  spring ; 
The  Sun  of  glory  gilds  the  path, 
And  dear  companions  sing. 

4.  See  Salem's  golden  spires 

In  beauteous  prospect  rise, 
And  brighter  crowns  than  mortals  wear, 
Which  sparkle  through  the  skies. 

5.  Reduce  the  nations,  Lord  ; 

Teach  all  their  kings  Thy  ways, 
That  earth's  full  choir  the  notes  may  swell, 
And  heaven  resound  the  praise. 
496 


PEACE,    SAFETY,    HOPE,    AND    JOT. 

710.  L.  M.  Watts. 

My  flesh  also  shall  kest  DT  iiope.  —  Vs.  1G :  9. 

1.  When  God  is  nigh,  my  faith  is  strong ; 

His  arm  is  my  almighty  prop  : 
Be  glad,  my  heart,  rejoice,  my  tongue  ; 
My  dying  flesh  shall  rest  in  hope. 

2.  Though  in  the  dust  I  lay  my  head, 

Yet,  gracious  God,  Thou  wilt  not  leaye 
My  soul  Forever  with  the  dead, 

Nor  lose  Thy  children  in  the  grave. 

3.  My  flesh  shall  Thy  first  call  obey, 

Shake  off  the  dust,  and  rise  on  high ; 
Then  shalt  Thou  lead  the  wondrous  way 
Up  to  Thy  throne  above  the  sky. 

4.  There  streams  of  endless  pleasure  flow, 

And  full  discoveries  of  Thy  grace, 
Which  we  but  tasted  here  below, 

Spread  heavenly  joys  through  all  the  place. 

711.  CM.  Logan. 

I  WILL  JOY  EH  THE   GOD   OF  MY   SALYATIOX.  —  Hat).  3  :  IS. 

1.  What  though  no  flowers  the  fig  tree  clothe, 

Though  vines  their  fruit  deny, 
The  labor  of  the  olive  fail, 
And  fields  no  meat  supply ; 

2.  Though  from  the  fold,  with  sad  surprise, 

My  flock  cut  off  I  see ; 
Though  famine  pine  in  empty  stalls, 
Where  herds  were  wont  to  be,  — 
32  497 


MAN    A    CHRISTIAN. 

3.  Yet  in  the  Lord  will  I  be  glad, 

And  glory  in  His  love  : 
In  Him  I'll  joy,  who  will  the  God 
Of  my  salvation  prove. 

4.  God  is  the  Treasure  of  my  soul, 

The  Source  of  lasting  joy  — 
A  joy  which  want  shall  not  impair, 
Nor  death  itself  destroy. 

712.  S.  M.  Watts. 

Let  the  children  of  Zion  be  joyful  in  their  Kino.  — Ps.  149:  2. 

1.  Come,  we  who  love  the  Lord, 

And  let  our  joys  be  known  ; 
Join  in  a  song  of  sweet  accord, 
And  thus  surround  the  throne. 

2.  Let  those  refuse  to  sing 

Who  never  knew  our  God  ; 
But  favorites  of  the  heavenly  King 
May  speak  their  joys  abroad. 

3.  The  men  of  grace  have  found 

Glory  begun  below  ; 
Celestial  fruits  on  earthly  ground 
From  faith  and  hope  may  grow. 

4.  The  hill  of  Zion  yields 

A  thousand  sacred  sweets, 
Before  we  reach  the  heavenly  fields, 
Or  walk  the  golden  streets. 

5.  Then  let  our  songs  abound, 

And  every  tear  be  dry  ; 
We're  marching  through  Imrnanuel's  ground 
To  fairer  worlds  on  high. 
498 


PEACE,  SAFETY,  HOPE,  AND  JOY. 

713.  7-    k,    (j<.  Cowpek. 
Consider  the  lilies  of  the  field,  how  thet  grow.  —  Matt  6  :  iS. 

1.  Sometimes  a  light  surprises 

The  Christian  while  he  sings  ; 
It  is  the  Lord,  who  rises 

With  healing  in  His  winjrs : 
When  comforts  are  declining, 

He  grants  the  soul  again 
A  season  of  clear  shining, 

To  cheer  it  after  ram. 

2.  In  holy  contemplation, 

We  sweetly  then  pursue 
The  theme  of  God's  salvation, 

And  find  it  ever  new  : 
Set  free  from  present  sorrow, 

We  cheerfully  can  say. 
"E'en  let  the  unknown  morrow 

Bring  with  it  what  it  may." 

3.  It  can  bring  with  it  nothing 

But  He  will  bear  us  through ; 
Who  gives  the  lilies  clothing 

Will  clothe  His  people  too  : 
Beneath  the  spreading  heavens 

Xo  creature  but  is  fed ; 
And  He  who  feeds  the  ravens 

Will  give  His  children  bread. 

714.  C.  M.  Watts. 

Thet  that  sow  a  tears  shall  reap  nr  jot.  —  Ps.  120 :  5. 

1.  When*  God  revealed  His  gracious  name, 

And  changed  my  mournful  state. 

My  rapture  seemed  a  pleasing  dream, 

The  grace  appeared  so  great 

499 


MAN    A    CHRISTIAN. 

2.  The  world  beheld  the  glorious  change, 

And  did  Thy  hand  confess  ; 
My  tongue  broke  out  in  unknown  strains, 
And  sang  surprising  grace. 

3.  "  Great  is  the  work,"  my  neighbors  cried; 

And  owned  Thy  power  divine ; 
"  Great  is  the  work,"  my  heart  replied, 
"  And  be  the  glory  Thine." 

4.  The  Lord  can  clear  the  darkest  skies, 

Can  give  us  day  for  night, 
Make  drops  of  sacred  sorrow  rise 
To  rivers  of  delight. 

5.  Let  those  that  sow  in  sadness  wait 

Till  the  fair  harvest  come ; 
They  shall  confess  their  sheaves  are  great, 
And  shout  the  blessings  home. 

715,  CM.  Watts. 

My  Beloved  is  mi>*e,  axd  I  am  His.  — Cant.  2:  1C. 

1.  My  God,  the  Spring  of  all  my  joys, 

The  Life  of  my  delights. 
The  Glory  of  my  brightest  days, 
And  Comfort  of  my  nights  ! 

2.  In  darkest  shades,  if  He  appear, 

My  dawning  is  begun  ! 
He  is  my  soul's  sweet  Morning  Star, 
And  He  my  rising  Sun. 

3.  The  opening  heavens  around  me  shine 

With  beams  of  sacred  bliss, 
While  Jesus  shows  His  heart  is  mine, 
And  whispers,  I  am  His. 
500 


PEACE,  SAFETY,  HOPE,  AND  JOY. 

4.  My  soul  would  leave  this  heavy  clay 

At  that  transporting  word, 
Run  up  with  joy  the  shining  way. 
To  embrace  my  dearest  Lord. 

5.  Fearless  of  hell  and  ghastly  death, 

I'd  break  through  every  foe  ; 
The  wings  of  love,  and  arms  of  faith, 
Should  bear  me  conqueror  through. 


716.  C.  M.  Watts 

Thi>'e  eyes  shall  see  the  Kjxg  ix  His  beauty.  — Is.  S3  :  17. 

1.  From  Thee,  my  God.  my  joys  shall  rise, 

And  run  eternal  rounds. 
Beyond  the  limits  of  the  skies, 
And  all  created  bounds. 

2.  The  holy  triumphs  of  my  soul 

Shall  death  itself  outbrave, 
Leave  dull  mortality  behind, 
And  fly  beyond  the  grave. 

3.  There,  where  my  blessed  Jesus  reigns. 

In  heaven's  unmeasured  space. 
I'll  spend  a  long  eternity 
In  pleasure  and  in  praise. 

4.  Millions  of  years  my  wondering  eyes 

Shall  o'er  Thy  beauties  rove, 
And  endless  ages  I'll  adore 
The  glories  of  Thy  love. 

5.  Sweet  Jesus,  every  smile  of  Thine 

Shall  fresh  endearments  bring. 
And  thousand  tastes  of  new  delight 
From  all  Thy  graces  spring. 
501 


MAX    A    CHRISTIAN. 


6.  Haste,  my  Beloved :  fetch  ray  soul 
Up  to  Thy  blest  abode; 
Fly,  for  my  spirit  longs  to 
11  y  Saviour  and  my  God. 


717.  8s,  7s  &  4.  Fawcett. 

Hope  tiiou  ix  God.  — Ts.  42  :  5. 

1.  0  my  soul,  what  means  this  sadness  ? 

Wherefore  art  thou  thus  cast  down? 
Let  thy  griefs  be  turned  to  gladness  ; 
Bid  thy  restless  fears  be  gone  : 

Look  to  Jesus, 
And  rejoice  in  His  dear  name. 

2.  What  though  Satan's  strong  temptations   . 

Vex  and  tease  thee  day  by  day, 
And  thy  sinful  inclinations 
Often  fill  thee  with  dismay ; 

Thou  Shalt  conquer 
Through  the  Lamb's  redeeming  blood. 

3.  Though  ten  thousand  ills  beset  thee, 

From  without  and  from  within, 
Jesus  saith  He'll  ne'er  forget  thee, 
But  will  save  from  hell  and  sin ; 

He  is  faithful 
To  perform  His  gracious  word. 

4.  O  that  I  could  now  adore  Him, 

Like  the  heavenly  host  above, 
Who  forever  bow  before  Him, 
And  unceasing  sins:  His  love  ! 

Happy  songsters  ! 
When  shall  I  your  chorus  join  ? 
*502 


TEACE,  SAFETY,  HOPE,  AND  JOY. 

718.  C.  M.  Watts. 

Eb    SHALL   1TRWPTHM  THIKE   HEART.  —  Pe.  27  :  H. 

1.  Soon  as  I  heard  my  Father  say, 

"  Ye  children,  seek  My  grace," 
^Sly  heart  replied  without  delay, 
*•  I'll  seek  my  Father's  lace." 

2.  Let  not  Thy  face  be  hid  from  me, 

Nor  frown  my  soul  away  : 
God  of  my  life/ 1  fly  to  Thee 
In  a  distressing  day. 

3.  Should  friend-  and  kindred  near  and  dear 

Leave  me  to  want  or  die, 
My  God  would  make  my  life  His  care, 
And  all  my  need  supply. 

4.  Wait  on  the  Lord,  ye  trembling  saints, 

And  keep  your  courage  up  ; 
He'll  raise  your  spirit  when  it  faints, 
And  far  exceed  your  hope. 

719.  L.  31.  White. 

WnEX  THET  SAW  TnE   STAB,   THEY  EEJOICED   WITH    EXCEEDING    GREAT     I 

Matt.  _     . 

1.  "Whex.  marshalled  on  the  nightly  plain, 

The  glittering  host  bestud  the  sky, 
One  Star  alone,  of  all  the  train. 

Can  fix  the  sinner's  wandering  eye. 

2.  Hark !  hark  !  to  God  the  chorus  breaks 

From  every  host,  from  every  gem  ; 
But  one  alone  the  Saviour  speaks  : 
It  is  the  Star  of  Bethlehem. 
%33 


MAX   A    CHRISTIAN. 

3.  Once  on  the  raging  seas  I  rode, 

The  storm  was  loud,  the  night  was  dark, 
The  ocean  yawned  ;  and  rudely  blowed 
The  wind  that  tossed  my  foundering  bark. 

4.  Deep  horror  then  my  vitals  froze ; 

Death-struck,  I  ceased  the  tide  to  stem ; 
When  suddenly  a  star  arose  : 
It  was  the  Star  of  Bethlehem. 

5.  It  was  my  guide,  my  light,  my  all; 

It  bade  my  dark  forebodings  cease  ; 
And  through  the  storm  and  dangers'  thrall, 
It  led  me  to  the  port  of  peace. 

G.  Now,  safely  moored,  my  perils  o'er, 
I'll  sing,  first  in  night's  diadem, 
Forever  and  forevermore, 

The  Star!— the  Star  of  Bethlehem! 


720.  C.  M.  C.  Psalmist. 

The  holy  Jerusalem.  —  Rev.  21 :  10. 

1.  Jerusalem!  my  happy  home! 

Name  ever  dear  to  me ! 
When  shall  my  labors  have  an  end 
In  joy,  and  peace,  and  thee  ? 

2.  Wlieu  shall  these  eyes  thy  heaven-built  walls 

And  pearly  gates  behold  ? 
Thy  bulwarks  with  salvation  strong, 
And  streets  of  shining  gold  ? 

3.  There  happier  bowers  than  Eden's  bloom, 

Nor  sin  nor  sorrow  know  : 
Blest  seats !  through  rude  and  stormy  scenes 
I  onward  press  to  you. 
504 


PEACE,    SAFETY,    HOPE,    AND    JOY. 

4.  "Why  should  I  shrink  at  pain  and  woe, 

Or  feel  at  death  dismay  ? 
I've  Canaan's  goodly  land  in  view, 
And  realms  of  endless  day. 

5.  Apostles,  martyrs,  prophets  there, 

Around  my  Saviour  stand  ; 
And  soon  my  friends  in  Christ  below, 
Will  join  the  glorious  band. 

6.  Jerusalem  !  my  happy  home  ! 

My  soul  still  pants  for  thee ; 
Then  shall  my  labors  have  an  end, 
When  I  thy  joys  shall  see. 


721.  L.  ML  J.  Wesley. 

Seaech  me,  O  God,  a>~i>  k^o\t  mixe  heaet.  —  Ps.  139  :  23. 

1.  0  Thou,  to  whose  all-searching  sight 
The  darkness  shineth  as  the  light, 
Search,  prove  my  heart ;  it  pants  for  Thee ; 
0,  burst  these  bonds,  and  set  it  free. 

2.  Wash  out  its  stains,  refine  its  dross, 
Nail  my  affections  to  the  cross  ; 
Hallow  each  thought ;  let  all  within 
Be  clean,  as  Thou,  my  Lord,  art  clean. 

3.  If  in  this  darksome  wild  I  stray. 

Be  Thou  my  Light,  be  Thou  my  Way ; 

No  foes,  no  violence,  I  fear. 

No  fraud,  while  Thou,  my  God,  art  near.. 

4.  When  rising  floods  my  soul  o'erflow. 
When  sinks  my  heart  in  waves  of  woe, 
Jesus,  Thy  timely  aid  impart. 

And  raise  my  head,  and  cheer  my  heart. 
505 


THE    CHURCH. 


5.  Saviour,  where'er  Thy  steps  I  see, 
Dauntless,  untired,  I  follow  Thee; 
O,  let  Thy  hand  support  me  still, 
And  lead  me  to  Thy  holy  hill. 


THE   CHURCH.  —  FOUNDATION  AND 
SAFETY. 

722.  S.  M.  Watts. 

God  is  kxow.v  ix  iier  palaces  foe  a  Refuge.  — Ps.  43  :  3. 

1.  Great  is  the  Lord  our  God, 

And  let  His  praise  be  great ; 
He  makes  His  churches  His  abode, 
His  most  delightful  seat. 

2.  These  temples  of  His  grace, 

How  beautiful  they  stand  ! 

The  honors  of  our  native  place, 

And  bulwarks  of  our  land. 

3.  In  Zion  God  is  known, 

A  Refuge  in  distress  ; 
How  bright  has  His  salvation  shone 
Through  all  her  palaces  ! 

4.  Oft  have  our  fathers  told, 

Our  eyes  have  often  seen, 
How  well  our  God  secures  the  fold, 
Where  His  own  sheep  have  been. 

0.  In  every  new  distress 

We'll  to  His  house  repair ; 
We'll  think  upon  His  wondrous  grace, 
And  seek  deliverance  there. 
506 


FOUNDATION'    AND    BAFETT. 

723.  L.  St  Watts. 

The  Stoxe  which  tite  builders  refused  is  become  the  Hsad  stove 
uf  hie  Corner.  —Pa.  118:  2& 

1.  Lo.  what  a  glorious  Corner  Stone 

The  Jewish  builder-  did  refus    ; 

But  God  hath  built  his  church  thereon, 
In  spite  of  envy  and  the  Jews. 

2.  Great  God.  the  work  is  all  divine, 

The  joy  and  wonder  of  our  eyes  ; 
This  is  the  day  that  prove-  it  Thine, 
The  day  that  saw  our  Saviour  rise. 

3.  Sinners,  rejoice,  and  saints-,  be  glad ; 

Hosanna  !  let  His  name  We  blessed  ; 
A  thousand  honors  on  His  head, 

With  peace,  and  light,  and  glory  rest. 

4.  In  God's  own  name  He  comes  to  bring 

Salvation  to  our  dying  race ; 
Let  the  whole  church  address  their  King 
With  hearts  of  joy  and  songs  of  praise. 


724.  8s  &  7s.  Newton. 

There  the  glorious  Lord  will  re  un'to  u;  a  place  of  eroad  eitees 
a>"d  sireams.—  i.-. 

1.  Glorious  things  of  thee  are  spoken, 

Zion.  city  of  our  God : 
He  whose  word  cannot  be  broken 

Formed  thee  for  His  own  abode  ; 
On  the  Rock  of  Ages  founded. 

What  can  shake  thy  sure  repose  ? 
With  salvation's  walls  surrounded, 

Thou  mayst  smile  at  all  thy  foes. 

2.  See  the  streams  of  living  waters, 

Springing  from  eternal  love, 
507 


THE    CHURCH. 

Well  supply  thy  sons  and  daughters, 

And  all  fear  of  want  remove  ! 
Who  can  faint,  while  such  a  river 

Ever  flows  their  thirst  to  assuage  ? 
Grace,  which,  like  the  Lord,  the  Giver, 

Never  fails  from  age  to  age. 

3.  Round  each  habitation  hovering, 

See  the  cloud  and  fire  appear, 
For  a  glory  and  a  covering, 

Showing  that  the  Lord  is  near  ; 
Thus  deriving  from  their  banner 

Light  by  night  and  shade  by  day  : 
Safe  they  feed  upon  the  manna 

Which  He  gives  them  when  they  pray. 

725.  C.  M.  S.  F.  Smith. 

The  planting  of  tee  Lord  that  He  might  be  glorified. —Is.  61  :  3. 

1.  Planted  in  Christ,  the  living  Vine, 

This  day,  with  one  accord, 
Ourselves,  with  humble  faith  and  joy, 
We  yield  to  Thee,  O  Lord. 

2.  Joined  in  one  body  may  we  be ; 

One  inward  life  partake  ; 
One  be  our  heart ;    one  heavenly  hope 
In  every  bosom  wake. 

3.  In  prayer,  in  effort,  tears,  and  toils, 

One  Wisdom  be  our  guide ; 
Taught  by  one  Spirit  from  above, 
In  Thee  may  we  abide. 

4.  Then,  when  among  the  saints  in  light 

Our  joyful  spirits  shine, 
Shall  anthems  of  immortal  praise, 
O  Lamb  of  God,  be  Thine. 
508 


FOUNDATION    AND    SAFETY. 

726.  8s,  7s,  &  4.  Kelly. 

AS   THE   MOUNTAINS   AEE    EOrXD    AEOVT  Jj  THE   LOED    IS    EOl'XD 

about  His  peopll.  - 

1.  Ziox  stand?  with  hills  surrounded, 

Zion.  kept  by  Power  divine  ; 
All  her  foes  shall  be  confbui 

Though  the  World  in  arms  combine ; 

Happy  Zion, 
What  a  favored  lot  is  thine ! 

2.  Every  human  tie  may  perish, 

Friend  to  friend  unfaithful  prove, 

Mothers  cease  their  own  to  cherish, 

Heaven  and  earth  at  last  remove  ; 

But  no  changes 
Can  attend  Jehovah's  love. 

3.  In  the  furnace  God  may  prove  thee, 

Thence  to  bring  thee  forth  more  bright, 
But  can  never  cease  to  love  thee  ; 
Thou  art  precious  in  His  sight ; 

God  is  with  thee. 
God,  thine  everlasting  Lidit. 


~*c         o 


727.  L.  ML  Cotvpee. 

The  Loed  is  these.  —  E 

1.  As  birds  their  infant  brood 

And  spread  their  wings  to  -belter  them. 
Thus  saith  the  Lord  to  His 
u  So  will  I  guard  Jerusalem." 

2.  Jehovah  founded  it  in  blood  — 

The  blood  of  His  incarnate  Son ; 
There  dwell  the  saints,  once  foes  to  God, 
The  sinners  whom  He  calls  his  own. 
509 


THE    CHURCH. 

3.  There,  though  besieged  on  every  side, 

Yet  much  beloved  and  guarded  well, 
From  age  to  age  they  have  defied 
The  utmost  force  of  earth  and  hell, 

4.  Let  earth  repent,  and  hell  despair ; 

This  city  has  a  sure  defence ; 
Her  name  is  called  "  The  Lord  is  there ; " 
And  who  has  power  to  drive  them  thence  ? 


728.  C.  M.  Watts. 

We  have  a  strong  city.  — Ib.  26 :  1. 

1.  How  honorable  is  the  place 

Where  we  adoring  stand  — 
Zion,  the  glory  of  the  earth, 
And  beauty  of  the  land ! 

2.  Bulwarks  of  mighty  grace  defend 

The  city  where  we  dwell ; 
The  walls,  of  strong  salvation  made, 
Defy  the  assaults  of  hell. 

3.  Lift  up  the  everlasting  gates, 

The  doors  wide  open  fling ; 
Enter,  ye  nations  that  obey 
The  statutes  of  our  King. 

4.  Here  shall  you  taste  unmingled  joys, 

And  live  in  perfect  peace, 
You  who  have  known  Jehovah's  name, 
And  ventured  on  His  grace. 

5.  Trust  in  the  Lord,  forever  trust, 

And  banish  all  your  fears  ; 
Strength  in  the  Lord  Jehovah  dwells, 
Eternal  as  His  years. 
510 


FOUNDATION   AND    SAFETT. 

729.  lis  &    8s.        Montgomery. 

Walk  about  Zion,  and  go  round  about  her. —  ft.  4^:  IS. 

1.  The  joy  of  the  earth,  from  her  beautiful  height, 

Is  Zion's  impregnable  hill ; 
The  Lord  in  her  temple  still  taketh  delight  ; 
God  reigns  in  her  palaees  still. 

2.  Go,  walk  about  Zion,  and  measure  the  length ; 

Her  walls  and  her  bulwarks  mark  well : 
Contemplate  her  palaees,  glorious  in  strength, 
Her  towers  and  her  pinnacles  tell. 

3.  Then  say  to  your  children,  "  Our  stronghold  is  tried ; 

This  God  is  our  God  to  the  end ; 
His  people  forever  His  counsels  shall  guide, 
His  arm  shall  forever  defend." 

DOXOLOGY. 

To  Father.  Redeemer,  and  Spirit,  one  God, 

All  praises  we  join  to  proclaim. 
And  hope  yet,  in  strains  more  sublimely  on  high, 

Adoring,  to  bless  Thy  great  name. 

730.  S.  M.  D wight. 

IF  I  FORGET   THEE,   O  JERUSALEM.   LET  MY   ETGIIT    IIAND  FORGET   HER   CUN- 
NING.—Ps.  137  :  5. 

1.  I  love  Thy  kingdom.  Lord, 

The  house  of  Thine  abode. 
The  church  our  blest  Redeemer  saved 
With  His  own  precious  blood. 

2.  I  love  Thy  church.  O  God ; 

Her  walls  before  Thee  stand, 
Dear  as  the  apple  of  Thine  eye, 
And  graven  on  Thy  hand, 
oil 


THE    CIIURCII. 

3.  If  e'er  my  heart  forget 

Her  welfare  or  her  woe, 
Let  every  joy  this  heart  forsake, 
And  every  grief  o'erflow. 

4.  Beyond  my  highest  joy, 

I  prize  her  heavenly  ways, 
Her  sweet  communion,  solemn  vows, 
Her  hymns  of  love  and  praise. 

5.  Jesus,  Thou  Friend  divine, 

Our  Saviour  and  our  King, 
Thy  hand  from  every  snare  and  foe 
Shall  great  deliverance  bring. 

6.  Sure  as  Thy  truth  shall  last, 

To  Zion  shall  be  given 
The  brightest  glories  earth  can  yield, 
And  brighter  bliss  of  heaven. 


731.  S.  M.  Montgomery. 

He  siiall  feed  His  flock  like  a  shepherd.  — Is.  40 :  U. 

1.  Green  pastures  and  clear  streams, 

Freedom  and  quiet  rest, 
Christ's  flock  enjoy  beneath  His  beams, 
Or  in  His  shadow  blessed. 

2.  The  mountain  and  the  vale, 

Forest  and  field,  they  range ; 
The  morning  dew,  the  evening  gale, 
Bring  health  in  every  change. 

3.  The  wounded  and  the  weak. 

He  comforts,  heals,  and  binds ; 
The  lost  He  came  from  heaven  to  seek, 
And  saves  them  when  He  finds. 
512 


FOUNDATION    AND    SAFETY. 

Conflicts  and  trials  done, 

His  glory  they  behold, 
Where  Jesus  and  His  flock  are  one, 

One  Shepherd  and  one  fold. 


732.  L.  M.  Watts. 

I  am  tiie  Lord  your  God,  dwelling  ih  Zio>*.  —  Joel  3  :  17. 

1.  Happy  the  church,  thou  sacred  place, 
The  seat  of  thy  Creator's  grace ; 
Thy  holy  courts  are  His  abode, 
Thou  earthly  palace  of  our  God. 

2.  Thy  walls  are  strength,  and  at  thy  gates 
A  guard  of  heavenly  warriors  waits ; 
Nor  shall  thy  deep  foundations  move, 
Fixed  on  His  counsels  and  His  love. 

3.  Thy  foes  in  vain  designs  engage  ; 
Against  His  throne  in  vain  they  ra«*e, 
Like  rising  waves,  with  angry  roar, 
That  dash  and  die  upon  the  shore. 

4.  God  is  our  Shield,  and  God  our  Sun ; 
Swift  as  the  fleeting  moments  run, 
On  us  He  sheds  new  beams  of  grace, 
And  we  reflect  His  brightest  praise. 

S3  513  *" 


THE    CHURCH. 


THE   CHURCH.  — THE   MINISTRY. 


733.  S.  M.  Watts. 

HOW  BEAUTIFUL  UPON  THE    MOUNTAIN'S   ARE    TTIE   FEET  OF  HIM.  THAT  BEING- 
ET1I   GOOD   TIDINGS  I  —  Is.  52  :  7. 

1.  How  beauteous  are  their  feet 

Who  stand  on  Zion's  hill ! 
Who  bring  salvation  on  their  tongues, 
And  words  of  peace  reveal ! 

2.  How  charming  is  their  voice  ! 

How  sweet  the  tidings  are ! 
"  Zion,  behold  thy  Saviour  King ; 
He  reigns  and  triumphs  here." 

3.  How  happy  are  our  ears, 

That  hear  this  joyful  sound, 
Which  kings  and  prophets  waited  for, 
And  sought,  but  never  found ! 

4.  How  blessed  are  our  eyes, 

That  see  this  heavenly  light ! 
Prophets  and  kings  desired  it  long, 
But  died  without  the  sight. 

5.  The  watchmen  join  their  voice, 

And  tuneful  notes  employ  ; 

Jerusalem  breaks  forth  in  songs, 

And  deserts  learn  the  joy. 

6.  The  Lord  makes  bare  His  arm 

Through  all  the  earth  abroad ; 
Let  every  nation  now  behold 
Their  Saviour  and  their  God. 
514 


THE    MINISTRY. 

734.  L.  If.  Doddridge. 

If  thou  -vtilt  keep  Mt  CBASOB,  then  tiiou  siiali  also  judge  My 

Ztcii.  1:7. 

1.   Great  Lord  of  angel-,  we  adore 

The  grace  that  build-  Thy  courts  below, 
And  through  ten  thousand  suns  of  light, 
Stoops  to  regard  what  mortals  do. 


2.  Amid  the  wastes  of  time  and  death, 

Successive  pastors  Thou  dost  raise, 

Thy  charge  to  keep.  Thy  house  to  guide, 

And  form  a  people  for  Thy  praise. 

3.  At  length,  dismissed  from  feeble  clay. 

Thy  servants  join  the  angelic  band ; 
With  them  through  distant  worlds  they  fly, 
With  them  before  Thy  presence  stand. 

4.  0  glorious  hope  !  O  blest  employ ! 

Sweet  lenitive  of  grief  and  care ! 
When  shall  we  reach  those  radiant  courts, 
And  all  their  joy  and  honor  share  ? 

5.  Yet  while  these  labors  we  pursue, 

Thus  distant  from  Thy  heavenly  throne, 
Give  us  a  zeal  and  love  like  theirs. 

And  half  their  heaven  shall  here  be  known. 


735.  L.  M.  Watts. 

GO   YE   IXTO  ALL  THE  TTORLD,  AXD  PREACH  THE   GOSPEL.  —  Mark  13  :  15. 

1.  u  Go.  preach  My  gospel."  saith  the  Lord; 
u  Bid  the  whole  earth  My  grace  receive ; 
He  shall  be  saved  that  trusts  My  word ; 
He  shall  be  damned  that  won't  believe. 
515 


THE    CHURCn. 

2.  "  I'll  make  your  great  commission  known, 

And  ye  shall  prove  My  gospel  true 
By  all  the  works  that  I  have  done, 
By  all  the  wonders  ye  shall  do. 

3.  "  Go  heal  the  sick  ;  go  raise  the  dead ; 

Go  cast  out  devils  in  My  name  ; 
Nor  let  My  prophets  be  afraid, 
•    Though  Greeks  reproach,  and  Jews  blaspheme. 

4.  "  Teach  all  the  nations  My  commands  ; 

I'm  with  you  till  the  world  shall  end ; 
All  power  is  trusted  in  My  hands ; 
I  can  destroy,  and  I  defend." 

5.  He  spake,  and  light  shone  round  His  head ; 

On  a  bright  cloud  to  heaven  lie  rode ; 
They  to  the  farthest  nations  spread 
The  £race  of  their  ascended  God. 


736,  C.  M.  S.  F.  Smith. 

TlIEY  ARE   WIIITE   ALREADY   TO   HARVEST.  —  John  4  :  33. 

1.  Far  o'er  the  land  the  precious  grain 

Waves  'neath  the  sunny  sky ; 
And  ripening  harvests  offer  sheaves 
For  immortality. 

2.  But  who  will  reap  the  golden  fruit, 

And  who  at  last  will  stand, 
A  faithful  servant,  crowned  with  joy, 
O  Lord,  at  Thy  right  hand? 

3.  Be  ours  the  work,  be  ours  the  joy ; 

To  us  the  charge  be  given 
To  gather  souls  to  Christ,  and  find 
Our  garnered  sheaves  in  heaven, 
516 


THE    MINISTRY. 

4.  Strength  to  the  reapers,  mighty  God, 

Strength  to  the  reapers  send, 
To  bear  the  burden  of  the  day, 
And  labor  till  the  end. 

5.  Then  songs  of  triumph  shall  arise, 

Then  shall  Thy  kingdom  come, 
And  echoing  anthems  greet  at  last 
The  heavenly  harvest  home. 

737.  L.  M.  Montgomery. 

BkCEIYI   niM,   TITEREFORE,   IK  THE    LORD,  "WITH  ALL    GLADXESS.  —  Phil.  2  :  20. 

1.  We  bid  thee  welcome  in  the  name 

Of  Jesus,  our  exalted  Head; 
Come  as  a  servant ;  so  He  came  ; 
And  we  receive  thee  hi  His  stead. 

2.  Come  as  a  shepherd ;  guard  and  keep 

This  fold  from  hell,  and  earth,  and  sin ; 
Nourish  the  lambs,  and  feed  the  sheep, 
The  wounded  heal,  the  lost  bring  in. 

3.  Come  as  a  teacher  sent  from  God, 

Charged  His  whole  counsel  to  declare ; 
Lift  o'er  our  ranks  the  prophet's  rod, 

While  we  uphold  thy  hands  with  prayer. 

4.  Come  as  a  messenger  of  peace, 

Filled  with  the  Spirit,  fired  with  love  ; 
Live  to  behold  our  large  increase, 
And  die  to  meet  us  all  above. 

Doxology. 

Blessing  and  honor,  praise  and  love, 

Co-equal,  co-eternal  Three, 
In  earth  below,  in  heaven  above, 

By  all  Thy  works,  be  paid  to  Thee. 
517 


THE    CHURCH. 

738.  C.  M.  Doddridge. 

TlIEY   AVATCn  FOR  YOUR   SOULS   AS    THEY   THAT   MUST  GIVE    ACCOUNT. 

Ucb.  13  !  17. 

1.  Let  Zion's  watchmen  all  awake, 

And  take  the  alarm  they  give  ; 
Now  let  them  from  the  mouth  of  God 
Their  solemn  charge  receive. 

2.  'Tis  not  a  cause  of  small  import 

The  pastor's  care  demands. 
But  what  might  fill  an  angel's  heart, 
And  filled  a  Saviour's  hands. 

3.  They  watch  for  souls  for  whom  the  Lord 

Did  heavenly  bliss  forego, 
For  souls  that  must  forever  live 
In  rapture  or  in  woe. 

4.  All  to  the  great  tribunal  haste, 

The  account  to  render  there  ; 
And  shouldst  Thou  strictly  mark  our  faults, 
Lord,  how  should  we  appear  ? 

5.  May  they  that  Jesus  whom  they  preach, 

Their  own  Redeemer,  see  ; 
And  watch  Thou  daily  o'er  their  souls, 
That  they  may  watch  for  Thee. 


739.  L.    M.  DWTGHT. 

LET  ALL  THOSE    THAT   SEEK   TlIEE  REJOICE   AXD   BE   GLAD   IX    TlIEE.  —  Vs.  70  :  4 

1.  O  Thou  whose  hand  the  kingdom  sways, 
Whom  earth,  and  hell,  and  heaven  obeys, 
To  help  Thy  chosen  sons  appear, 
And  show  Thy  power  and  glory  here. 
518 


THE    MINISTRY. 

2.  0,  haste,  with  every  gift  inspired, 
With  glory,  truth,  and  grace  attired, 
Thou  Star  of  heaven's  eternal  morn, 
Thou  Sun,  whom  beams  divine  adorn. 

3.  Saints  shall  be  glad  before  Thy  face. 
And  grow  in  love,  and  truth,  and  grace ; 
Thy  church  shall  blossom  in  Thy  sight, 

And  fruits  of  peace  and  pure  delight. 

4.  0.  hither,  then,  Thy  footsteps  bend; 
Swift  as  a  roe,  from  hills  descend ; 
Mild  as  the  Sabbath's  cheerful  ray, 
Till  life  unfolds  eternal  day. 


740.  L.  M.  S.  F.  Smith. 

GO  THOT  AXD  PREACH  THE  KINGDOM  OF  GOD.  —  Luke  9  :  60. 

1.  Go,  heralds  of  salvation,  forth ; 

Go.  in  your  heavenly  Master's  name ; 
From  east  to  west,  from  south  to  north, 
The  glorious  gospel  wide  proclaim. 

2.  Go.  bid  the  thirsty  desert  bloom  ; 

Go,  bid  the  weary  spirit  rest ; 
Go,  seek  the  wanderers  through  the  gloom, 
And  guide  them  to  the  Saviours  breast. 

3.  Go  forth  to  sow  the  living  seed  ; 

Seek  not  earth's  praise,  nor  dread  its  frown ; 
Nor  labors  fear,  nor  trials  heed  ; 
Win  jewels  for  Immanuel's  crown. 

4.  "  Lo,  I  am  with  you,"  saith  the  Lord; 

%*  My  grace  your  spirits  shall  sustain  ; 
Strong  is  My  arm,  and  sure  My  word ; 
My  servants  shall  not  toil  in  vain. 
519 


THE    CHURCH. 


u  Go  forth  in  hope ;  My  burden  take. 

Till  God'<  great  reaping  day  shall  come ; 

Then  they  who  sowed  in  tears  shall  wake, 
And  hail  the  joyful  harvest  home." 


741.  3*   7s,  &  1 

Prosper,  I  pray  Thee,  Thy  seevjlst.—  Xeh. 1 :  U. 

1.  Father,  by  Thy  heavenly  blessing, 

Now  confirm  this  new-formed  ti 

To  Thine  ear  our  j  I  dressing, 

We  beseech  Thee  to  be  nigh. 

Seal  this  union ; 
Hallow  it  hi  courts  on  high. 

2.  Xow  the  sacred  trust  is  given  ; 

Now  the  solemn  charge  is  made ; 
Help  Thy  son  in  strength  from  heaven 
Keep  these  vows  upon  him  laid. 

Thou  art  ready 
Ever  thus  to  grant  Thine  aid. 

3.  And  when  earth's  few  years  have  fleeted, 

Grant  that,  in  Thy  home  of  light, 
Past  the  joys  and  griefs  now  meted. 
Pastor,  people,  may  unite, 

Ever  dwelling 
In  the  glory  of  Thy  sight. 

742.  C.  M.  Xewtox. 

BEIXG   EX5AMPLES    TO   THE   FLOCK.— 1  Pet.  5:  3. 

1.  Chief  Shepherd  of  Thy  chosen  sheep, 
From  death  and  sin  set  free. 
May  every  under-shepherd  keep 
His  eye  intent  on  T 
520 


THE    MINISTRY. 

2.  With  plenteous  grace  their  hearts  prepare 

To  execute  Thy  will, 
Compassion,  patience,  love  and  care, 
And  faithfulness  and  skill. 

3.  Inflame  their  minds  with  holy  zeal 

Their  flocks  to  feed  and  teach. 

And  let  them  live,  and  let  them  feel, 

The  sacred  truths  they  preach. 

743.  L.  ML  Beddome. 

Brethren,  tray  for  us.  — 1  Thess.  5  :  25. 

1.  Father  of  mercies,  bow  Thine  ear, 
Attentive  to  our  earnest  prayer ; 

We  plead  for  those  who  plead  for  Thee ; 
Successful  may  they  ever  be. 

2.  Clothe  them  with  energy  divine, 
And  let  their  messages  be  Thine ; 
To  them  Thy  sacred  truth  reveal ; 
Suppress  their  fear,  inflame  their  zeal. 

3.  Teach  them  to  sow  the  precious  seed ; 
Teach  them  Thy  chosen  flock  to  feed ; 
Teach  them  immortal  souls  to  gain 
From  paths  that  lead  to  endless  pain. 

4.  How  great  their  work  !  how  vast  their  charge ! 
Do  Thou  their  anxious  souls  enlarge. 

Till  light  through  distant  realms  be  spread, 
And  Zion  rear  her  drooping  head. 
521 


THE    CnURCH. 


744. 


L.  M. 


Montgomery. 


In  Me  is  thine  nELr.  —  IIos.  13  :  9. 

1.  Pour  out  Thy  Spirit  from  on  high ; 

Lord,  Thine  assembled  servants  bless ; 
Graces  and  gifts  to  each  supply, 

And  clothe  Thy  priests  with  righteousness. 

2.  Wisdom,  and  zeal,  and  faith  impart, 

Firmness  with  meekness  from  above, 
To  bear  Thy  people  on  our  heart, 

And  love  the  souls  whom  Thou  dost  love ; 

3.  To  watch  and  pray,  and  never  faint ; 

By  day  and  night  strict  guard  to  keep ; 
To  warn  the  sinner,  cheer  the  saint, 

Nourish  Thy  lambs,  and  feed  Thy  sheep ; 

4.  Then,  when  our  work  is  finished  here, 

In  humble  hope  our  charge  resign ; 

When  the  chief  Shepherd  shall  appear, 

0  God,  may  they  and  we  be  Thine. 


THE    CHURCH.  — DEDICATION. 
745.  7s.  Montgomery. 

MlXE  IIOUSE  SHALL  BE  CALLED  A  HOUSE  OF  PRAYER  FOR  ALL  PEOPLE. 

Is.  50  :  7. 

1.  Lord  of  hosts,  to  Thee  we  raise 
Here  a  house  of  prayer  and  praise ; 
Thou  Thy  people's  hearts  prepare 
Here  to  meet  for  praise  and  prayer. 
522 


DEDICATION. 

2.  Let  the  living  here  be  fed 

With  Thy  word,  the  heavenly  bread ; 
Here,  in  hope  of  glory  blessed, 
May  the  dead  be  laid  to  rest. 

3.  Here  to  Thee  a  temple  stand, 
While  the  sea  shall  gird  the  land ; 
Here  reveal  Thy  mercy  sure, 
While  the  sun  and  moon  endure. 

4.  Hallelujah !  earth  and  sky 
To  the  joyful  sound  reply ; 
Hallelujah !  hence  ascend 

Prayer  and  praise  till  time  shall  end. 

746,  H.  M.  Francis. 

ROW,  THEREFORE,   ARISE,  O  LORD   GOD,  INTO  THY  RESTING  PLACE. 

2  Chron.  6  :  41. 

1.  In  sweet,  exalted  strains 

The  King  of  glory  praise ; 
O'er  heaven  and  earth  He  reigns 
Through  everlasting  days ; 
He  with  a  nod  the  world  controls, 
Sustains  or  sinks  the  distant  poles. 

2.  To  earth  He  bends  His  throne, 

His  throne  of  grace  divine ; 
Wide  is  His  bounty  known, 

And  wide  His  glories  shine ; 
Fair  Salem,  still  His  chosen  rest, 
Is  with  His  smiles  and  presence  blessed. 

3.  Then,  King  of  glory,  come, 

And  with  Thy  favor  crown 
This  temple  as  Thy  dome, 
This  people  as  Thy  own ; 
Beneath  this  roof  0  deign  to  show 
How  God  can  dwell  with  men  below. 
523 


THE    CHURCH. 

4.  Here  may  Thine  ears  attend 

Our  interceding  cries, 
And  grateful  praise  ascend, 
All  fragrant,  to  the  skies ; 
Here  may  Thy  word  melodious  sound, 
And  spread  celestial  joys  around. 

5.  Here  may  the  attentive  throng 

Imbibe  Thy  truth  and  love, 
And  converts  join  the  song 
Of  seraphim  above, 
And  willing  crowds  surround  Thy  board, 
With  sacred  joy  and  sweet  accord. 

747.  C.  M.  Bryant. 

Ix  His  temple  doth  every  oxe  speak  of  His  glory.  — Ps.  20:  9. 

1.  0  Thou  whose  own  vast  temple  stands 

Built  over  earth  and  sea, 
Accept  the  walls  that  human  hands 
Have  raised  to  worship  Thee. 

2.  Lord,  from  Thine  inmost  glory  send, 

Within  these  courts  to  'bide, 
The  peace  that  dwelleth,  without  end, 
Serenely  by  Thy  side. 

3.  May  erring  minds  that  worship  here 

Be  taught  the  better  way, 
And  they  who  mourn,  and  they  who  fear, 
Be  strengthened  as  they  pray. 

4.  May  faith  grow  firm,  and  love  grow  warm, 

And  pure  devotion  rise, 
While  round  these  hallowed  walls  the  storm 
Of  earth-born  passion  dies. 
524 


DEDICATION. 

748.  L.  M,  Doddridge. 

The  Highest  Himself  shall  establish  her.  — Ps.  S7:  5. 

1.  And  will  the  great,  eternal  God 
On  earth  establish  His  abode  ? 

And  will  He  from  His  radiant  throne 
Avow  our  temples  for  His  own  ? 

2.  These  walls  we  to  Thy  honor  raise ; 
Long  may  they  echo  with  Thy  praise ; 
And  Thou,  descending,  fill  the  place 
With  choicest  tokens  of  Thy  grace. 

3.  Here  let  the  great  Redeemer  reign, 
With  all  the  graces  of  His  train ; 
While  power  divine  His  word  attends, 
To  conquer  foes  and  cheer  His  friends. 

4.  And  in  the  great  decisive  day, 
When  God  the  nations  shall  survey, 
May  it  before  the  world  appear 
That  crowds  were  born  to  glory  here. 

749.  L.    M.  PlERPONT. 
This  is  rOH]  other  but  the  house  of  God.—  Gen.  23:  17. 

1.  O,  bow  Thine  ear.  Eternal  One! 

On  Thee  our  heart  adoring  calls ; 
To  Thee  the  followers  of  Thy  Son 

Have  raised  and  now  devote  these  walls. 

2.  Here  let  Thy  holy  days  be  kept ; 

And  be  this  place  to  worship  given, 
Like  that  bright  spot  where  Jacob  slept, 
The  house  of  God.  the  gate  of  heaven. 
525 


THE    CHURCH. 

3.  Here  be  Thy  praise  devoutly  sung ; 

Here  let  Thy  truth  beam  forth  to  save, 
As  when,  of  old,  Thy  Spirit  hung, 
On  wings  of  light,  o'er  Jordan's  Wave. 

4.  And  when  the  lips  that  with  Thy  name 

Are  vocal  now  to  dust  shall  turn, 
On  others  may  devotion's  flame 
Be  kindled  here,  and  purely  burn. 

Doxology. 

All  glory  to  Thy  wondrous  name, 
Father  of  mercy,  God  of  love ; 

Exalted  be  the  Lord,  the  Lamb, 

And  thus  we  praise  the  heavenly  Dove. 

750.  c.  m. 

SO   THE  KIXG  AND  ALL   THE   PEOPLE   DEDICATED  THE  HOUSE   OF   GOD. 

2  Chron.  7  :  5. 

1.  God  of  the  universe,  to  Thee 

This  sacred  fane  we  rear, 
And  now,  with  songs  and  bended  knee, 
Invoke  Thy  presence  here. 

2.  Long  may  this  echoing  dome  resound 

The  praises  of  Thy  name, 
These  hallowed  walls  to  all  around 
The  Triune  God  proclaim. 

3.  Here  let  Thy  love,  Thy  presence  dwell ; 

Thy  glory  here  make  known ; 
Thy  people's  home,  O  come  and  fill, 
And  seal  it  as  Thine  own. 

4.  When  sad  with  care,  by  sin  oppressed, 

Here  may  the  burdened  soul 
Beneath  Thy  sheltering  wing  find  rest ; 
Here  make  the  wounded  whole. 
526 


DEDICATION. 


And  when  the  last  long  Sabbath  morn 

Upon  the  just  shall  rise, 
May  all  who  own  Thee  here  be  borne 

To  mansions  in  the  skies. 


75 1.  C.  M.  Watts. 

Arise,  O  Lord,  into  Thy  rest  ;  Tiiou  and  the  ark  of  Thy  strength. 

PS.  132  :  8. 

1.  Arise,  O  King  of  grace,  arise, 

And  enter  to  Thy  rest ; 
Lo,  Thy  church  waits  with  longing  eyes, 
Thus  to  be  owned  and  blessed. 

2.  Enter,  with  all  Thy  glorious  train, 

Thy  Spirit  and  Thy  word ; 

All  that  the  ark  did  once  contain 

Could  no  such  grace  afford. 

3.  Here,  mighty  God,  accept  our  vows ; 

Here  let  Thy  praise  be  spread ; 
Bless  the  provisions  of  Thy  house, 
And  fill  Thy  poor  with  bread. 

4.  Here  let  the  Son  of  David  reign, 

Let  God's  Anointed  shine ; 
Justice  and  truth  His  court  maintain, 
With  love  and  power  divine. 

5.  Here  let  Him  hold  a  lasting  throne, 

And,  as  His  kingdom  grows, 
Fresh  honors  shall  adorn  His  crown, 
And  shame  confound  His  foes. 
527 


THE    CHURCH. 


THE   CHURCH.  — ADMISSION 
BAPTISM. 


AND 


752. 


7s. 


Montgomery. 


Thy  people  shall  be  my  people,  axd  thy  God  my  God.  — Ruth  1 :  16. 

1.  People  of  the  living  God, 

I  have  sought  the  world  around, 
Paths  of  sin  and  sorrow  trod, 

Peace  and  comfort  nowhere  found. 

2.  Now  to  you  my  spirit  turns  — 

Turns,  a  fugitive  unblessed ; 
Brethren,  where  your  altar  burns, 
O,  receive  me  into  rest. 

3.  Lonely  I  no  longer  roam, 

Like  the  cloud,  the  wind,  the  wave, 
Where  you  dwell  shall  be  my  home, 
Where  you  die  shall  be  my  grave. 

4.  Mine  the  God  whom  you  adore  ; 

Your  Redeemer  shall  be  mine ; 
Earth  can  fill  my  soul  no  more ; 
Every  idol  I  resign. 


753. 


L.  M. 


Doddridge. 


He  was  found  of  them  \  a>'d  the  Lokd  gave  tiiem  rest.  —  2Chron.  15  :  15. 

1.  O  harpy  day,  that  fixed  my  choice 
On  Thee,  my  Saviour  and  my  God! 
Well  may  this  glowing  heart  rejoice, 
And  tell  its  raptures  all  abroad. 
528 


ADMISSION    AND    BAPTISM. 

2.  0  happy  bond,  that  seals  my  vows 

To  Him  who  merits  all  my  love ! 
Let  cheerful  anthems  fill  His  house, 
While  to  that  sacred  shrine  I  move. 

3.  'Tis  done,  the  great  transaction's  done ; 

I  am  my  Lord's,  and  He  is  mine ; 
He  drew  me,  and  I  followed  on, 

Charmed  to  confess  the  voice  divine. 

4.  Xow  rest,  my  long-divided  heart ; 

Fixed  on  this  blissful  centre,  rest ; 
With  ashes  who  would  grudge  to  part, 
When  called  on  angels'  bread  to  feast  ? 

5.  High  Heaven,  that  heard  the  solemn  vow, 

That  vow  renewed  shall  daily  hear, 
Till  in  life's  latest  hour  I  bow, 

And  bless  in  death  a  bond  so  dear. 


754.  L.  M.  Kelly. 

Come  iy,  thou  blessed  of  the  Loed.  —  Gen.  24  :  31. 

1.  "  Come  in,  thou  blessed  of  the  Lord  ; " 

Enter  in  Jesus'  precious  name ; 
We  welcome  thee  with  one  accord. 
And  trust  the  Saviour  does  the  same. 

2.  Those  joys  which  earth  cannot  afford 

We'll  seek  in  fellowship  to  prove, 
Joined  in  one  spirit  to  our  Lord, 
Together  bound  by  mutual  love. 

3.  And  while  we  pass  this  vale  of  tear?. 

We'll  make  our  joys  and  sorrows  known  ; 
We'll  share  each  other's  hopes  and  fears, 
And  count  a  brother's  cares  our  own. 
3-i  529 


THE    CHURCH. 


4.  Once  more  our  welcome  we  repeat ; 
Receive  assurance  of  our  love  ; 
And  may  we  all  together  meet 
Around  the  tin-one  of  God  above. 


755.  L.  M.  Davies. 

O  Lord,  truly  I  am  Thy  seevaxt.—  Ps.  116  :  1(J. 

1.  Lord,  am  I  Thine,  entirely  Thine, 
Purchased  and  saved  by  blood  divine  ? 
With  full  consent  Thine  I  would  be, 
And  own  Thy  sovereign  right  in  me. 

2.  Thee  my  new  Master  now  I  call, 
And  consecrate  to  Thee  my  all ; 
Lord,  let  me  live  and  die  to  Thee, 
Be  Thine  through  all  eternity. 

756.  L.  M.  Watts. 

Baptizing  theii  ik  the  xame  of  the  Father,  axd  of  the  Sox,  axd  op 
the  Uoly  Ghost.  — Matt.  28:  19. 

1.  'Twas  the  commission  of  the  Lord, 

"  Go,  teach  the  nations  and  baptize." 
The  nations  have  received  the  word 
Since  He  ascended  to  the  skies. 

2.  "  Repent,  and  be  baptized,"  He  saith, 

"  For  the  remission  of  your  sins  ; " 
And  thus  our  sense  assists  our  faith, 
And  shows  us  what  His  gospel  means. 

3.  Our  souls  He  washes  in  His  blood, 

As  water  makes  the  body  clean  ; 
And  the  good  Spirit  from  our  God 
Descends  like  purifying  rain. 
530 


ADMISSION    AND    BAPTISM. 

Thus  we  engage  ourselves  to  Thee, 
And  seal  our  covenant  with  the  Lord; 

O,  may  the  great  Eternal  Three 
In  heaven  our  solemn  vows  record. 


757.  C.  M.  Watts. 

I  ESTABLisn  My  coYEKAinr  WITH  you  axd  with  your  SEED  AFTER  you. 

Gen.  9 :  9. 

1.  How  large  the  promise,  how  divine, 

To  Abraham  and  his  seed  ! 
"  I'll  be  a  God  to  thee  and  thine, 
Supplying  all  their  need." 

2.  The  words  of  His  extensive  love 

From  age  to  age  endure  ; 
The  Angel  of  the  covenant  proves, 
And  seals  the  blessing  sure. 

3.  Jesus  the  ancient  faith  confirms, 

To  our  great  fathers  given  ; 
He  takes  young  children  to  His  arms, 
And  calls  them  heirs  of  heaven. 

4.  Our  God,  how  faithful  are  His  ways  ! 

His  love  endures  the  same ; 
Nor  from  the  promise  of  His  grace 
Blots  out  the  children's  name. 


758.  C.  M.  Doddridge. 

Suffer  the  little  children*  to  come  uxto  Me. —  Mark  10:  14. 

1.   See  Israel's  gentle  Shepherd  stand, 
With  all-engaging  charms  : 
Hark,  how  He  calls  the  tender  lambs, 
And  folds  them  in  His  arms ! 
531 


THE    CHURCH. 

2.  "  Permit  them  to  approach,"  He  cries, 

"  Nor  scorn  their  humble  name  ; 
For  'twas  to  bless  such  souls  as  these, 
The  Lord  of  angels  came." 

3.  We  bring  them,  Lord,  in  thankful  hands, 

And  yield  them  up  to  Thee  ; 
.  Joyful  that  we  ourselves  are  Thine, 
Thine  let  our  offspring  be. 

4.  Ye  little  flock,  with  pleasure  hear ; 

Ye  children,  seek  His  face, 

And  fly  with  transport  to  receive 

The  blessings  of  His  grace. 

5.  If  orphans  they  are  left  behind, 

Thy  guardian  care  we  trust ; 
That  care  shall  heal  our  bleeding  hearts, 
If  weeping  o'er  their  dust. 


759.  S.  M.  Clarke. 

I  WILL  BRING  HIM,  THAT  HE  MAY  APPEAR  BEFORE  THE  LORD.  — 1  Sam.  1  :  22. 

1.  To  Thee,  0  God  in  heaven, 

This  little  one  we  bring, 
Giving  to  Thee  what  Thou  hast  given  — 
Our  dearest  offering. 

2.  Into  a  world  of  toil 

These  little  feet  will  roam, 
Where  sin  its  purity  may  soil, 
Where  care  and  grief  may  come. 

3.  0,  then,  let  Thy  pure  love, 

With  influence  serene, 
Come  down,  like  water,  from  above, 
To  comfort  and  make  clean. 
532 


ADMISSION"    AND    BAPTISM. 

760.  L.    1£  CoLLYEE. 

A>'D   WAS   BAPTIZED,   HZ   A5D  ALL   HIS,    STEAIGHTWAY.  —  Act3  1-3  :  33. 

1.  United  prayers  ascend  to  Thee, 

Eternal  Parent  of  mankind  : 
Smile  on  this  waiting  family ; 

Thy  blessing  let  Thy  servants  find. 

2.  Let  the  dear  pledges  of  their  love 

Like  tender  plants  around  them  grow; 
Thy  present  grace,  and  joys  above, 
Upon  their  little  ones  bestow. 

3.  Receive,  at  their  believing  hand. 

The  charge  which  they  devote  as  Thine, 
Obedient  to  their  Lord's  command, 

And  seal,  with  power,  the  right  divine. 

4.  To  every  member  of  their  house 

Thy  grace  impart.  Thy  love  extend; 
Grant  every  good  that  time  allows. 
With  heavenly  joys  that  never  end. 

761.  L.    M.  BlCKERSTETH. 
He  shall  gatheb  the  lamb?  with  His  arm.  a>*d  carry  them  i>-  His 

BOSOM.—  Is.  40  :  11. 

1.  \Tith  thankful  hearts  our  songs  we  raise, 
To  celebrate  the  Saviour's  praise  ; 

Yet  who  but  saints  in  heaven  above 
Can  tell  the  riches  of  His  love  ? 

2.  He.  the  good  Shepherd,  kindly  leads 
The  wanderer,  and  the  hungry  feeds, 
Deigns  in  His  arms  the  lambs  to  bear, 
And  makes  them  His  peculiar  care. 

533 


THE    CHURCH. 


3.  Jesus,  to  Thy  protecting  wing 
Our  helpless  little  ones  we  bring ; 
O,  grant  them  grace  and  strength,  that  they 
May  find  and  keep  the  heavenward  way. 


THE   CHURCH. —THE    LORD'S    SUPPER. 
762.  C.  It  TTardlaw. 

The  precious  blood  ol  Cueist.  — 1  Pet.  1  :  19. 

1.  Remember  Thee,  redeeming  Lord ! 

While  memory  holds  her  place, 
Can  we  forget  the  Prince  of  life, 
Who  saves  us  by  His  grace? 

2.  The  Lord  of  life,  with  glory  crowned, 

On  heaven's  exalted  throne, 
Remembers  those  for  whom,  on  earth, 
He  heaved  His  dying  groan. 

3.  His  glory  now  no  tongue  of  man 

Or  seraph  bright  can  tell ; 
Yet  'tis  the  chief  of  all  His  joys 
That  souls  are  saved  from  hell. 

4.  For  this  He  came  and  dwelt  on  earth ; 

For  this  His  life  was  given  ; 
For  this  He  fought  and  vanquished  death ; 
For  this  He  pleads  in  heaven. 

5.  Join,  all  ye  saints  beneath  the  sky. 

Your  grateful  praise  to  give  ; 
Sing  loud  hosannas  to  the  Lord, 
Who  died  that  you  might  live. 
534 


THE    LORD  3    SUPPER. 

763.  L.  M.  Watts. 

This  do  in  remembrance  of  Me.  — Luke  22:  19. 

1.  'TVas  on  that  dark,  that  doleful  night, 

When  powers  of  earth  and  hell  arose 
Against  the  Son  of  God's  delight, 

And  friends  betrayed  Him  to  His  foes. 

2.  Before  the  mournful  scene  began, 

He  took  the  bread,  and  blessed,  and  brake ; 
What  love  through  all  His  actions  ran ! 
What  wondrous  words  of  grace  He  spake ! 

3.  "This  is  My  body  broke  for  sin  ; 

Receive  and  eat  the  living  food  : " 
Then  took  the  cup,  and  blessed  the  wine ; 
"  'Tis  the  new  covenant  in  My  blood. 

4.  "  Do  this,"  he  cried,  '•'  till  time  shall  end, 

In  memory  of  your  dying  Friend ; 
Meet  at  My  table,  and  record 

The  love  of  your  departed  Lord.', 

5.  Jesus,  Thy  feast  we  celebrate  ; 

We  show  Thy  death,  we  sing  Thy  name, 
Till  Thou  return,  and  we  shall  eat 
The  marriage  supper  of  the  Lamb. 

764.  C.  M.  Watts. 

With  loving  kindness  have  I  drawn  thee.  — Jer.  31 :  3. 

1.  How  sweet  and  awful  is  the  place, 
With  Christ  within  the  doors, 
While  everlasting  love  displays 
The  choicest  of  her  stores ! 
5U 


THE    CHURCH. 

2.  While  all  our  hearts,  and  all  our  songs, 

Join  to  admire  the  feast ; 
Each  of  us  cry,  with  thankful  tongues, 
"  Lord,  why  was  I  a  guest  ? 

3.  "Why  was  I  made  to  hear  Thy  voice, 

And  enter  while  there's  room  — 
When  thousands  make  a  wretched  choice, 
And  rather  starve  than  come  ?  " 

4.  'Twas  the  same  love  that  spread  the  feast 

That  sweetly  forced  us  in  ; 
Else  we  had  still  refused  to  taste, 
And  perished  in  our  sin. 

765.  C.  M.  Noel. 

Did  not  oue  heart  eubn  within  us  ?  — Luke  24: 32. 

1.  If  human  kindness  meets  return 

And  owns  the  grateful  tie ; 
If  tender  thoughts  within  us  burn, 
To  feel  a  Friend  is  nigh ;  — 

2.  0,  shall  not  warmer  accents  tell 

The  gratitude  we  owe 
To  Him  who  died  our  fears  to  quell, 
Who  bore  our  guilt  and  woe  ? 

3.  While  yet  in  anguish  He  surveyed 

Those  pangs  He  would  not  flee, 
What  love  His  latest  words  displayed ! 
"  Meet  and  remember  Me." 

4.  Remember  Thee  !  Thy  death,  Thy  shame, 

Our  sinful  hearts  to  share ! 
O,  memory,  leave  no  other  name 
But  His  recorded  there. 
536 


THE    LORD  S    SUPPER. 

766.  7&  COXDER. 
Come,  tor  all  things  t                      -.it. —  Luke  14  :  ir. 

1.  Many  centuries  have  tied 

Since  our  Saviour  broke  the  bread, 
And  this  sacred  feast  ordained. 
Ever  by  His  church  retained  : 
Those  His  body  who  discern 
Thus  shall  meet  till  His  return. 

2.  Thro'icrh  the  church's  long  eclipse, 
When,  from  priest  or  pastors  lips, 
Truth  divine  was  never  heard, 
'Mid  the  famine  of  the  word. 
Still  these  symbols  witness  gave 
To  His  love  who  died  to  save. 

3.  All  who  bear  the  Saviour's  name 
H^re  their  common  faith  proclaim ; 
Though  diverse  in  tongue  or  rite, 
H<-re.  one  body,  we  unite ; 
Breaking  thus  one  mystic  bread, 
Members  of  one  common  Head. 

4.  Come,  the  blessed  emblems  share 
Which  the  Saviour's  death  declare  ; 
Come,  on  truth  immortal  feed  ; 
For  His  flesh  is  meat  indeed  : 
Saviour,  witness  with  the  sign. 
That  our  ransomed  souls  are  Thine. 

767.  S.  M.  Watts. 

IT  A5T  MAX  THIRST,   LET   HIM  CO\£Z   UNTO  Me   ATD  DEIXK.  —  John  7  :  37. 

1.  Jesus  invites  His  saints 

To  meet  around  His  board  ; 
Here  pardoned  rebels  sit.  and  hold 
Communion  with  their  Lord. 
537 


THE    CHURCH. 

2.  For  food  He  gives  His  flesh  ; 

He  bids  us  drink  His  blood ; 
Amazing  favor,  tt&tchlesa  grace, 
Of  our  descending  God  ! 

3.  This  holy  bread  and  wine 

Maintains  our  fainting  breath, 
By  union  with  our  living  Lord, 
And  interest  in  His  death. 

4.  We  are  but  several  parts 

Of  the  same  broken  bread  ; 
One  body  hath  its  several  limbs, 
But  Jesus  is  the  Head. 

5.  Let  all  our  powers  be  joined 

His  glorious  name  to  raise, 
Pleasure  and  love  fill  every  mind, 
And  every  voice  be  praise. 


768.  L.  M.  Watts. 

Divide  it  amoxg  yourselves.  — Luke  22:  17. 

1.  The  Lord  of  life  this  table  spread 

With  His  own  flesh  and  dying  blood ; 
We  on  the  rich  provision  feed. 

And  taste  the  wine,  and  bless  our  God. 

2.  Let  sinful  sweets  be  all  forgot. 

And  earth  grow  less  in  our  esteem, 
Christ  and  His  love  fill  every  thought, 
And  faith  and  hope  be  fixed  on  Him. 

3.  While  He  is  absent  from  our  sight, 

'Tis  to  prepare  our  souls  a  place. 
That  we  may  dwell  in  heavenly  light, 
And  live  forever  near  His  face. 
538 


THE    LORDS    SUPPER. 


4.  Our  eyes  look  upwards  to  the  hills, 

Whence  our  returning  Lord  shall  come  ; 
We  wait  Thy  chariot's  awful  wheels 
To  fetch  our  longing  spirits  home. 


769.  7s.  COXDER. 

I  am  the  living  Bread.  — John  6 :  51. 

1.  Bread  of  heaven,  on  Thee  I  feed, 
For  Thy  flesh  is  meat  indeed  ; 
Ever  may  my  soul  be  fed 

With  this  true  and  living  Bread  ; 
Day  by  day  with  strength  supplied 
Through  the  life  of  Him  who  died. 

2.  Tine  of  heaven,  Thy  blood  supplies 
The  blest  cup  of  sacrifice  ; 

'"Tis  Thy  wounds  my  healing  give ; 
To  Thy  cross  I  look  and  live ; 
Thou,  my  life,  O,  let  me  be 
Rooted,  grafted,  built  on  Thee. 


770.  C.  M.  Watts. 

U>*TO  ALL  PEOPLE  A  FEAST.  — Is.  25  :  6. 

1.  Come,  let  us  lift  our  voices  high, 

High  as  our  joys  arise, 
And  join  the  songs  above  the  sky, 
Where  pleasure  never  dies. 

2.  Jesus,  the  God,  invites  us  here, 

To  this  triumphal  feast, 
And  brings  immortal  blessings  down 
For  each  redeemed  guest. 
539 


TIIK    CHURCH. 

3.  Victorious  God !  what  can  we  pay 

For  favors  so  divine  ? 
We  would  devote  our  hearts  away. 

To  be  forever  Thine. 

4.  We  give  Thee,  Lord,  our  highest  praise  — 

The  tribute  of  our  tongues  ; 
But  themes  so  infinite  as  these 
Exceed  our  noblest  songs. 

771.  C.  M.  S.  Stexxett. 

My  flesh  is  meat  indeed.  — John  6  :  55. 

1.  Here  at  Thy  table,  Lord,  we  meet 

To  feed  on  food  divine  ; 
Thy  body  is  the  bread  we  eat, 
Thy  precious  blood  the  wine. 

2.  He  that  prepares  this  rich  repast 

Himself  comes  down  and  dies, 
And  then  invites  us  thus  to  feast 
Upon  the  sacrifice. 

3.  The  bitter  torments  He  endured 

Upon  the  shameful  cross 
For  us,  His  welcome  guests,  procured 
These  heart-reviving  joys. 

4.  Sure  there  was  never  love  so  free, 

Dear  Saviour,  so  divine  ; 
Well  Thou  mayst  claim  that  heart  of  me 
Which  owes  so  much  to  Thine. 

5.  Yes,  Thou  shalt  surely  have  my  heart, 

My  soul,  my  strength,  my  all ; 
With  life  itself  I'll  freely  part, 
My  Jesus,  at  Thy  call. 
540 


THE    LORD'S    SUPPER. 

772.  9s  &  8s.  Heber. 

I  ah  tee  Beead  of  life.  —  John  C  :  35. 

1.  Bread  of  the  world,  in  mercy  broken  ! 

Wine  of  the  soul,  in  mercy  shed  ! 
By  whom  the  words  of  life  were  spoken, 
And  hi  whose  death  our  sins  are  dead. 

2.  Look  on  the  heart  by  sorrow  broken, 

Look  on  the  tears  by  sinners  shed, 
And  be  Thy  feast  to  us  the  token 
That  by  Thy  grace  our  souls  are  fed. 

773.  L.  M.  Watts. 

Thou  peepaeest  a  taele  befoee  me.  —  Ps.  ffi :  5. 

1.  At  Thy  command,  our  dearest  Lord, 

Here  we  attend  Thy  dying  feast  ; 
Thy  blood.  Like  wine,  adorns  Thy  board, 
And  Thine  own  flesh  feeds  every  guest* 

2.  Our  faith  adores  Thy  bleeding  love. 

And  trusts  for  life  in  One  that  died ; 
We  hope  for  heavenly  crowns  above 
From  a  Redeemer  crucified. 

o.  Let  the  vain  world  pronounce  it  shame, 
And  fling  their  scandals  on  the  cause  ; 
We  come  to  boast  our  Saviour's  name, 
And  make  our  triumphs  in  His  cross. 

4.  With  joy  we  tell  the  scoffing  age, 

He  that  was  dead  has  left  His  tomb  ; 
He  lives  above  their  utmost  rage. 
And  we  are  waiting  till  He  come. 
541 


THE    CHURCH. 

774.  7s,  63,  &  8.  C.  Wesley. 

Beiiold  the  Lamb  of  God.  — John  1:  36. 

1.  Lamb  of  God,  whose  dying  love 

We  now  recall  to  mind. 
Send  the  answer  from  above, 

And  let  ns  mercy  find  : 
Think  on  ns  who  think  on  Thee, 

And  every  struggling  soul  release ; 
O,  remember  Calvary, 

And  bid  us  go  in  peace. 

2.  By  Thine  agonizing  pain. 

And  bloody  sweat,  we  pray,  — 
By  Thy  dying  love  to  man,  — 

Take  all  our  sins  away  : 
Burst  our  bonds,  and  set  us  free  ; 

From  all  iniquity  release  ; 

0,  remember  Calvary, 
And  bid  us  go  in  peace. 

3.  Let  Thy  blood,  by  faith  applied, 

The  sinner's  pardon  seal ; 
Speak  us  freely  justified. 

And  all  our  sickness  heal : 
By  Thy  passion  on  the  tree. 

Let  all  our  griefs  and  troubles  cease ; 
O,  remember  Calvary, 

And  bid  us  go  in  peace. 

775.  C.  M.  J.  Stexnett. 

He  brought  me  to  tite  baxquetixg  house. —  Cant.  2  :  4. 

1.  Lord,  at  Thy  table  I  behold 

The  wonders  of  Thy  grace  ; 
But  most  of  all  admire  that  I 
Should  find  a  welcome  place. 
542 


THE    LORD  S    SUPPER. 

2.  What  strange,  surprising  grace  is  this, 

That  such  a  soul  has  room  ! 
My  Saviour  takes  me  by  the  hand, 
My  Jesus  bids  me  come. 

3.  Ye  saints  below,  and  hosts  of  heaven, 

Join  all  your  praising  powers  ; 
No  theme  is  like  redeeming  love, 
No  Saviour  is  like  ours. 

4.  Had  I  ten  thousand  hearts,  dear  Lord, 

I'd  give  them  all  to  Thee  ; 
Had  I  ten  thousand  tongues,  they  all 
Should  join  the  harmony. 

776.  C.  M.  Montgomery. 

This  do  ix  eemembeaxce  of  Me.  —  Luke  22 :  19. 

1.  According  to  Thy  gracious  word, 

In  meek  humility, 
This  will  I  do,  my  dying  Lord ; 
I  will  remember  Thee. 

2.  Thy  body,  broken  for  my  sake, 

My  bread  from  heaven  shall  be ; 
Thy  testamental  cup  I  take, 
And  thus  remember  Thee. 

3.  When  to  the  cross  I  turn  mine  eyes, 

And  rest  on  Calvary, 
O  Lamb  of  God,  my  Sacrifice, 
I  must  remember  Thee. 

4.  Remember  Thee,  and  all  Thy  pains, 

And  all  Thy  love  to  me ; 
Yea.  while  a  breath,  a  pulse  remains, 
Will  I  remember  Thee. 
543 


THE    CHUECII. 


And  when  these  failing  lips  grow  dumb, 

And  mind  and  memory  flee, 
When  Thou  Bhalt  in  Thy  kingdom  come. 

Jesus,  remember  me. 


777.  L.  M.  Watts. 

TlIEN  WEtE  THE   DISCirLES   GLAD  WHEN'  THEY  SAW  TIIE  LORD.  —  John  20  :  20. 

1.  Here  we  have  seen  Thy  face,  0  Lord* 

And  viewed  salvation  with  our  eyes ; 
Tasted  and  felt  the  living  word, 

The  Bread  descending  from  the  skies. 

2.  Thou  hast  prepared  this  dying  Lamb, 

Hast  set  His  blood  before  our  face, 
To  teach  the  terrors  of  Thy  name, 
And  show  the  wonders  of  Thy  grace. 

3.  He  is  our  Light;  our  Morning  Star 

Shall  shine  on  nations  yet  unknown ; 
The  Glory  of  Thine  Israel  here, 
And  Joy  of  spirits  near  the  throne. 

778.  8s  &  7s.        Exeter  Coll. 

Aeise  ;  let  us  GO  hence.  —  John  14  :  31. 

1.  From  the  table  now  retiring, 

Which  for  us  the  Lord  hath  spread, 
May  our  souls,  refreshment  rinding, 
Grow  in  all  things  like  our  Head. 

2.  His  example  by  beholding, 

May  our  lives  His  image  bear ; 
Him  our  Lord  and  Master  calling, 
His  commands  may  we  revere. 


FELLOWSHIP. 


3.  Love  to  God  and  man  displaying, 
Walking  steadfast  in  His  way, 
Joj  attend  us  in  believing, 

Peace  from  God,  through  endless  daT. 


Doxology. 

Praise  and  honor  to  the  Father, 
Praise  and  honor  to  the  Son, 

Praise  and  honor  to  the  Spirit, 
Ever  Three  and  ever  One. 


THE  CHURCH.  — FELLOWSHIP, 
779.  S.  ML  Fawcett. 

Te  aee  all  o.ve  a  Cheist  Jesus.  —  Gal.  3  :  '??. 

1.  Blessed  be  the  tie  that  binds 

Our  hearts  in  Christian  love ; 
The  fellowship  of  kindred  minds 
Is  like  to  that  above. 

2.  Before  our  Father's  throne 

\Ye  pour  our  ardent  prayers ; 
Our  fears,  our  hopes,  our  aims  are  one, 
Oar  comforts  and  our  cares. 

3.  We  share  our  mutual  woes, 

Qur  mutual  burdens  bear ; 
And  often  for  each  other  flows 
The  sympathizing  tear. 
35  *  5±5 


the  cnuRcn. 

4.  When  we  asunder  part, 

It  gives  us  inward  pain ; 
But  we  shall  still  be  joined  in  heart. 
And  hope  to  meet  again. 

5.  This  glorious  hope  revives 

Our  courage  by  the  way, 
While  each  in  expectation  lives. 
And  longs  to  see  the  clay. 

6.  From  sorrow,  toil,  and  pain, 

And  sin  we  shall  be  free, 
And  perfect  love  and  friendship  reign 
Through  all  eternity. 


780.  L.  M.  Barbauld. 

COHTUfUINO  DAILY  WITII   OXE  ACCOED   IN   THE  TEMPLE.  —  Acts  2  :  40. 

1.  How  blessed  the  sacred  tie  that  binds, 
In  union  sweet,  according  minds ! 

How  swift  the  heavenly  course  they  run, 
Whose  hearts,  whose  faith,  whose  hopes  are  one ! 

2.  To  each  the  soul  of  each  how  dear ! 
What  jealous  love !  what  holy  fear ! 
How  doth  the  generous  flame  within 
Refine  from  earth  and  cleanse  from  sin ! 

3.  Their  streaming  eyes  together  flow 
For  human  guilt  and  mortal  woe ; 
Their  ardent  prayers  together  rise, 
Like  mingling  flames  in  sacrifice. 

4.  Together  oft  they  seek  the  place 
Where  God  reveals  His  awful  face ; 
How  high,  how  strong  their  raptures  swell, 
There's  none  but  kindred  souls  can  tell. 

5±6 


FELLOWSHIP 


5.  Nor  shall  the  glowing  flame  expire, 
When  nature  droops  her  sickening  fire ; 
Then  shall  they  meet  in  realms  above  — 
A  heaven  of  joy  because  of  love. 


781.  S.  P.  M,  Watts. 


DOW  GOOD  AND  DOW  TLEASAXT  IT  IS  FOR  BRETIIREX  TO  D-WELL  IOGETHEB 
IX   UNITY  '.—  Vs.  loo  :  1. 


1.  Ho  w  pleasant  'tis  to  see 
Kindred  and  friends  agree, 

Each  in  his  proper  station  move, 

And  each  fulfil  his  part, 

With  sympathizing  heart. 
In  all  the  cares  of  life  and  love ! 

2.  Like  fruitful  showers  of  rain, 
That  water  all  the  plain, 

Descending  from  the  neighboring  hills, 
Such  streams  of  pleasure  roll 
Through  every  friendly  soul, 

Where  love,  like  heavenly  dew,  distils. 


782.  c.  m.  Swaix. 

Love  as  brethren-.  —  lPet  3  :  S. 

1.  How  sweet,  how  heavenly  is  the  sight. 

When  those  who  love  the  Lord 
In  one  another's  peace  delight, 
And  so  fulfil  His  word  ! 

2.  When  each  can  feel  his  brother's  sigh, 

And  with  him  bear  a  part ! 
When  sorrows  flow  from  eye  to  eye, 
And  joy  from  heart  to  heart ! 
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3.  When,  free  from  envy,  scorn,  and  pride, 

Our  wishes  all  above, 
Each  can  his  brother's  failings  hide, 
And  show  a  brother's  love  ! 

4.  Let  love,  in  one  delightful  stream, 

Through  every  bosom  flow, 
And  union  sweet,  and  dear  esteem, 
In  every  action  glow. 

5.  Love  is  the  golden  chain  that  binds 

The  happy  souls  above ; 
And  he's  an  heir  of  heaven  who  finds 
His  bosom  glow  with  love. 

783.  C.  M.  Watts. 

Ye  aee  come  unto  Mount  Zion.  —  Heb.  12  :  22. 

1.  Not  to  the  terrors  of  the  Lord, 

The  tempest,  fire,  and  smoke ; 
Not  to  the  thunder  of  that  word 
Which  God  on  Sinai  spoke ; 

2.  But  we  are  come  to  Zion's  hill, 

The  city  of  our  God, 
Where  milder  words  declare  His  will, 
And  spread  His  love  abroad. 

3.  Behold  the  innumerable  host 

Of  angels  clothed  in  light ! 
Behold  the  spirits  of  the  just, 
Whose  faith  is  turned  to  sight ! 

4.  The  saints  on  earth,  and  all  the  dead, 

But  one  communion  make ; 
All  join  in  Christ,  their  living  Head. 
And  of  His  grace  partake. 
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FELLOWSHIP. 

784.  S.  M.  Beddome. 

Ye  aee  all  one  in  Christ  Jesus.  — Gal.  3 :  28. 

1.  Let  party  names  no  more 

The  Christian  world  overspread ; 
Gentile  and  Jew,  and  bond  and  free, 
Are  one  in  Christ,  their  Head. 

2.  Among  the  saints  on  earth 

Let  mutual  love  be  found ; 
Heirs  of  the  same  inheritance, 
With  mutual  blessings  crowned. 

3.  Thus  will  the  church  below 

Resemble  that  above, 
Where  streams  of  pleasure  ever  flow, 
And  every  heart  is  love. 

785.  C.  M.  C.  Wesley. 

By  oxe  spirit  are  we  all  baptized  into  one  body.  — 1  Cor.  12 :  13. 

1.  Let  saints  below  in  concert  sing 

With  those  to  glory  gone  ; 
For  all  the  servants  of  our  King 
In  earth  and  heaven  are  one. 

2.  One  family,  we  dwell  in  Him, 

One  church  above,  beneath, 
Though  now  divided  by  the  stream, 
The  narrow  stream,  of  death. 

3.  One  army  of  the  living  God, 

To  His  command  we  bow ; 
Part  of  the  host  have  crossed  the  flood, 
And  part  are  crossing  now. 
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THE    CHURCH. 

4.  Some  to  their  everlasting  home 

This  solemn  moment  fly ; 
And  we  are  to  the  margin  come, 
And  soon  expect  to  die. 

5.  O  that  we  now  might  see  our  Guide  ! 

O  that  the  word  were  given ! 
Come,  blessed  Lord,  the  waves  divide, 
And  land  us  all  in  heaven. 


786.  C.  M.  Brown. 

Where  prayer  was  -\voxt  to  be  made.  — Acts  10  :  13. 

1.  Assembled  at  Thine  altar,  Lord, 

We  lift  our  hearts  in  prayer, 
Study  the  pages  of  Thy  word, 
And  learn  our  duty  there. 

2.  Grant  us  Thy  Spirit's  guiding  ray ; 

Thy  presence  we  implore; 
Dear  Saviour,  teach  us  how  to  pray, 
To  love  and  praise  Thee  more. 

3.  So  will  our  worship  here  below 

Resemble  that  above, 
Where  saints  unclouded  glory  view, 
And  sing  redeeming  love. 

787.  L.  M.  Kelly. 

He  lifted  up  Uis  iiaxds  axd  blessed  them.  — Luke  24 :  50. 

1.  How  sweet  to  leave  the  world  a  while, 
And  seek  the  presence  of  our  Lord  ! 
Dear  Saviour,  on  Thy  people  smile, 
And  come  according  to  Thy  word. 
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FELLOWSHIP 

2.  From  busy  scenes  we  now  retreat. 

That  we  may  here  converse  with  Thee  : 
Ah,  Lord,  behold  us  at  Thy  feet  : 
Let  this  the  *  gate  of  heaven  "  be. 

3.  "Chief  of  ten  thousand,"  now  appear. 

That  we  by  faith  may  sec  Thy  face  ; 

O,  speak,  that  we  Thy  voice  may  hear, 
And  let  Thy  presence  till  this  place. 

788.  L.  M.  S.  Stexxett. 

Where  two  ok  three  are  gathered  together  in-  My  xame,  there  am 

I  IK   THE   MIDST   OF   THEM.  — Matt.  IS  i  1". 

1.  Where  two  or  three,  with  sweet  accord, 
Obedient  to  their  sovereign  Lord, 
Meet  to  recount  His  acts  of  grace, 

And  offer  solemn  prayer  and  praise,  — 

2.  "  There,"  says  the  Saviour,  "  will  I  be 
Amid  this  little  company  ; 

To  them  unveil  My  smiling  face. 
And  shed  My  glories  round  the  place." 

3.  We  meet  at  Thy  command,  dear  Lord, 
Relying  on  Thy  faithful  word ; 

Now  send  the  Spirit  from  above. 
And  fill  our  hearts  with  heavenly  love. 

789.  8s,    7s,    &    4.       COLESWOKTHY. 
Give  ear,  0  Lord,  u.vto  my  prayer.  — Ps.  SG  :  6. 

1.  While  we  lowly  bow  before  Thee, 

Wilt  Thou,  gracious  Saviour,  hear  ? 
We  are  poor  and  needy  sinners. 
Full  of  doubt  and  full  of  fear  ; 

Gracious  Saviour, 
Make  us  humble  and  sincere. 
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THE    CHURCH. 

2.  Fill  us  with  Thy  Holy  Spirit; 

Sanctify  us  by  Thy  grace  ; 
And  incline  us  more  to  love  Thee, 
And  in  dust  our  souls  abase. 

Hear  us,  Saviour, 
And  unveil  Thy  glorious  face. 

3.  None  in  vain  did  ever  ask  Thee 

For  the  Spirit  of  Thy  love  ; 
Hear  us  then,  dear  Saviour,  hear  us  ; 
Grant  an  answer  from  above  ; 

Blessed  Saviour, 
Hear  and  answer  from  above. 


790.  7s.  Burder's  Coll. 

Behold,  Jesus  met  titem.  — Matt.  28  :  9. 

1.  Sweet  the  time,  exceeding  sweet, 
When  the  saints  together  meet, 
When  the  Saviour  is  the  theme, 
When  they  join  to  sing  of  Him. 

2.  Sing  we  then  eternal  love, 
Such  as  did  the  Father  move ; 
He  beheld  the  world  undone, 
Loved  the  world,  and  gave  His  Son. 

3.  Sing  the  Son's  amazing  love  ; 
How  He  left  the  realms  above, 
Took  our  nature,  and  our  place, 
Lived  and  died  to  save  our  race. 

4.  Sing  we  too  the  Spirit's  love  ; 
With  our  wretched  hearts  He  strove, 
Filled  our  minds  with  grief  and  fear, 
Brought  the  precious  Saviour  near. 

552 


FELLOWSHIP. 


St      t  the  place,  exceed i: 
Where  the  saints  in  glory  m< 

Where  the  Saviour's  still  the  theme, 
"Where  they  see  and  sing  of  Him. 


791.  L.  AL  Watt,. 

That  Christ  mat  dttell  tx  your  eeaets  ey  faith.  —  Epfc 

1.   Come,  dearest  Lord,  descend  and  dwell. 
By  faith  and  love,  in  every  breast  ; 
Then  shall  we  know,  and  taste,  and  feel. 
The  joys  that  cannot  be  expressed. 

"2.  Come,  fill  our  hearts  with  inward  strength  ; 
Make  our  enlarged  souls  possess. 
And  learn  the  height,  and  breadth,  and  length. 
Of  Thine  immeasurable  grace. 

3.  Now  to  the  God  whose  power  can  do 

More  than  our  thoughts  or  wishes  know ; 
Be  everlasting  honors  done, 

By  all  the  church,  through  Christ,  His  Son. 

792.  S.  ML  Sab.  Lyrics. 

Rising  it  -   .v,  —  BAttle  1  :  fc 

1.  How  sweet  the  melting  lay 

Which  breaks  upon  the  ear, 

When,  at  the  hour  of  rising  day, 

Christians  unite  in  prayer  ! 

2.  The  breezes  waft  their  cries 

Up  to  Jehovah's  throne  . 
He  listens  to  their  humble  sighs. 
And  sends  His  blessings  down. 
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THE    CHURCH. 

3.  So  Jesus  rose  to  pray 

Before  the  morning  light, 
Once  on  the  chilling  mount  did  stay, 
And  wrestle  all  the  night. 

4.  So  Jesus  still  doth  pray 

Before  the  morning  bright. 
On  heavenly  mountains  far  away, 
While  we  toil  here  in  night. 

5.  Leave,  Lord,  Thy  vigil  there ; 

Descend  upon  life's  wave  ; 
Come  to  the  bark  through  midnight  air ; 
The  storm  shall  cease  to  rave. 


793.  8s,  7s,  &  4. 

Holy  convocations.— Lev.  23:  4. 

1.  Welcome,  days  of  solemn  meeting; 

Welcome,  days  of  praise  and  prayer  ; 
Far  from  earthly  scenes  retreating, 
In  your  blessings  we  would  share ; 

Sacred  seasons, 
In  your  blessings  we  would  share. 

2.  Be  Thou  near  us,  blessed  Saviour, 

Still  at  morn  and  eve  the  same  ; 
Give  us  faith  that  cannot  waver ; 
Kindle  in  us  heaven's  own  flame ; 

Blessed  Saviour, 
Kindle  in  us  heaven's  own  flame. 

3.  When  the  fervent  heart  is  glowing, 

Holy  Spirit,  hear  that  prayer : 
When  the  song  of  praise  is  flowing. 
Let  that  song  Thine  impress  bear ; 

Holy  Spirit, 
Let  that  song  Thine  impress  bear. 
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FELLOWSHIP. 

794.  L.  M.  Xlwtox. 

They  came  to  meet  us.—  Acts  23  :  13. 

1.  Kindred  in  Christ,  for  His  dear  sake, 

A  hearty  welcome  here  receive ; 
May  we  together  now  partake 

The  joys  which  only  He  can  give. 

2.  May  He.  by  whose  kind  care  we  meet, 

Send  His  good  Spirit  from  above, 
Make  our  communications  sweet. 

And  cause  our  hearts  to  burn  with  love. 

3.  Forgotten  be  each  worldly  theme. 

When  Christians  see  each  other  thus  ; 
We  only  wish  to  speak  of  Him 

Who  lived,  and  died,  and  reigns  for  us. 

4.  Thus,  as  the  moments  pass  away. 

We'll  love,  and  wonder,  and  adore. 
And  hasten  on  the  glorious  day 

When  we  shall  meet  to  part  no  more. 

795.  7s.  Xewton. 

The  peace  of  God,  •wnicn  passeth  all  rx"DEP.STA>T>i>'G,  shall  keep 

YOUR  HEAKTS.  — Phil.  4  :  7. 

1.  For  a  season  called  to  part. 

Let  us  then  ourselves  commend 
To  the  gracious  eye  and  heart 
Of  our  ever-present  Friend. 

2.  Jesu-.  hear  our  humble  prayer  ; 

Tender  Shepherd  of  Thy  sheep, 
Let  Thy  mercy  and  Thy  care 
All  our  souls  in  safety  keep. 


THE    CHURCH. 


In  Thy  strength  may  we  be  strong  ; 

Sweeten  every  cross  and  pain ; 
Give  us,  if  we  live,  ere  long 

Here  to  meet  in  peace  again. 


796.  Gs  &  os. 


Sorrowing  most  of  all  for  the  words  which  He  spake,  that  tuet 

SHOULD   SEE   IIlS   FACE   >'U   MORE.  —  Acts  20:  3S. 


1.  When  shall  we  meet  again? 

Meet  ne'er  to  sever  ? 
When  will  Peace  wreathe  her  chain 

Round  us  forever  ? 
Our  hearts  will  ne'er  repose, 
Safe  from  each  blast  that  blows, 
In  this  dark  vale  of  woes, 

Never  —  no,  never. 

2.  When  shall  love  freely  flow, 

Pure  as  life's  river? 
When  shall  sweet  friendship  glow, 

Changeless  forever  ? 
Where  joys  celestial  thrill, 
Where  bliss  each  heart  shall  fill, 
And  fears  of  parting  chill 

Never  —  no,  never. 

3.  Up  to  that  world  of  light 

Take  us,  dear  Saviour ; 
May  we  all  there  unite, 

Happy  forever ; 
Where  kindred  spirits  dwell, 
There  may  our  music  swell, 
And  time  our  joys  dispel 

Never  —  no,  never. 
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REVIVAL,    EXTENSION,    AND    FUTURE    GLORY. 

4.  Soon  shall  we  meet  again, 
Meet  ne'er  to  sever ; 

Soon  shall  Peace  wreathe  her  chain 

Round  us  forever  ; 
Our  hearts  will  then  repose, 
Secure  from  worldly  woes  ; 
Our  songs  of  praise  shall  close 

Never  —  no.  never. 


THE  CHURCH.  — REVIVAL,  EXTENSION. 
AND  FUTURE   GLORY. 

797.  L.  ML  Watts. 

Who  is  this  tkat  cometti  up  from  the  -wilderness  leaning  u: 

Beloved.  —  Can:.  B  :  o. 

1.  Who  is  this  fair  one  in  distress, 

That  travels  from  the  wilderness, 

And.  pressed  with  sorrows  and  with  sins, 
On  her  beloved  Lord  she  leans  ? 

2.  This  is  the  spouse  of  Christ  our  God. 
Bought  with  the  treasures  of  His  blood  ; 
And  her  request,  and  her  complaint, 

Is  but  the  voice  of  every  saint. 

o.  *'•  0.  let  my  name  engraven  stand 

Both  on  Thy  heart  and  on  Thy  hand  ; 
Seal  me  upon  Thine  arm.  and  wear 
That  pledge  of  love  forever  there. 

4.  a  Come,  my  Beloved,  haste  away; 
Cut  short  the  hours  of  Thy  delay  ; 
Fly.  like  a  youthful  hart  or  roe, 
Over  the  hills  where  spices  grow. 
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THE  CHURCH. 

798.  C.  M.         Watts. 

Help,  Lord  ;  for  the  godly  max  ceasetu.  —  Ps.  12  :  1. 

1.  Help,  Lord,  for  men  of  virtue  fail ; 

Religion  loses  ground  ; 

The  sons  of  violence  prevail, 

And  treacheries  abound. 

2.  Their  oaths  and  promises  they  break, 

Yet  act  the  flatterer's  part ; 
With  fair,  deceitful  lips  they  speak, 
And  with  a  double  heart. 

0.  Lord,  when  iniquities  abound, 

And  blasphemy  grows  bold, 

When  faith  is  hardly  to  be  found, 

And  love  is  waxing  cold,  — 

4.  Is  not  Thy  chariot  hastening  on  ? 

Hast  Thou  not  given  the  sign  ? 
May  we  not  trust  and  live  upon 
A  promise  so  divine  ? 

5.  Thy  word,  like  silver  seven  times  tried, 

Through  ages  shall  endure  ; 
The  men  who  in  Thy  truth  confide, 
Shall  find  Thy  promise  sure. 

799.  C.  31.  Watts. 

Let  Israel  norE  ix  the  Lord.  —  Ps.  130  :  7. 

1.  I  wait  for  Thy  salvation.  Lord ; 

With  strong  desires  I  wait ; 
My  soul,  invited  by  Thy  word, 
Stands  watching  at  Thy  gate. 

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REVIVAL,  EXTENSION.  AND    FUTURE    GLORY. 

2.  Just  as  the  guards  that  keep  the  night 

Long  for  the  morning  skies, 
Watch  the  first  beams  of  breaking  light, 
And  meet  them  with  their  e\^,  — 

3.  So  waits  my  soul  to  see  Thy  grace. 

And,  more  intent  than  they. 
Meets  the  first  openings  of  Thy  face, 
And  finds  a  brighter  day. 

4.  Then  in  the  Lord  let  Israel  trust ; 

Let  Israel  seek  His  face  : 
The  Lord  is  good  as  well  as  just, 
And  plenteous  in  His  grace. 

5.  There's  full  redemption  at  His  throne 

For  sinners  long  enslaved  ; 
The  great  Redeemer  is  His  Son, 
And  Israel  shall  be  saved. 


800.  7s.  Lyte. 

Tiiat  Thy  way  mat  ee  kmowb  fpo>-  earth.  Thy  saving  health  among 

ALL  NATIONS.  —  Fs.  &  :  -. 

1.  On  Thy  church,  0  Power  divine. 
Cause  Thy  glorious  face  to  shine, 
Till  the  nations  from  afar 

Hail  her  as  their  guiding  star. 
Till  her  sons  from  zone  to  zone 
Make  Thy  great  salvation  known. 

2.  Then  shall  God,  with  lavish  hand, 

Scatter  blessings  o'er  the  land  ; 
Earth  shall  yield  her  rich  increase, 
Every  breeze  shall  whisper  peace, 
And  the  world's  remotest  bound 
With  the  voice  of  praise  resound. 
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THE  CHURCH. 

801.  C.  M.    Montgomery. 

Behold,  thy  salvation  cometh.  —  Is.  C2  :  11. 

1.  Daughter  of  Zion,  from  the  dust 

Exalt  thy  fallen  head  : 
Again  in  thy  Redeemer  trust : 
He  calls  thee  from  the  dead. 

2.  Awake,  awake  ;  put  on  thy  strength, 

Thy  beautiful  array  ; 
The  day  of  freedom  dawns  at  length, 
The  Lord's  appointed  day. 

3.  Rebuild  thy  walls,  thy  bounds  enlarge, 

And  send  thy  heralds  forth  ; 
Say  to  the  south,  "  Give  up  thy  charge, 
And  keep  not  back,  O  north ! " 

4.  They  come,  they  come  :  thine  exiled  bands, 

Where'er  they  rest  or  roam, 
Have  heard  thy  voice  in  distant  lands, 
And  hasten  to  their  home. 

5.  Thus,  though  the  universe  shall  bum, 

And  God  His  works  destroy, 
"With  songs  thy  ransomed  shall  return, 
And  everlasting  joy. 

802.  L.  ML  Shrubsole. 

Aeise,  shixe.—  Is.  GO  :  1. 

1.  Ziox,  awake  ;  thy  strength  renew; 
Put  on  thy  robes  of  beauteous  hue  ; 
And  let  the  admiring  world  behold 
The  King's  fair  daughter  clothed  in  gold. 
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REVIVAL,  EXTENSION,  AND    FUTURE    GLORY. 

2.  Church  of  our  God,  arise  and  shine 
Bright  with  the  beams  of  truth  divine  ; 
Then  shall  thy  radiance  stream  alar, 
Wide  as  the  heathen  nations  are. 

3.  Gentiles  and  kings  thy  light  shall  view; 
All  shall  admire  and  love  thee  too, 
Shall  come  like  clouds  across  the  sky. 
Or  doves  that  to  their  windows  fly. 

803,  8s  &  7s.  Newton. 

They  shall  eeyive  as  the  coek,  axd  gboty  as  tiie  vine.  — Hos.  14 :  ; 

1.  Saviour,  visit  Thy  plantation  : 

Grant  us,  Lord,  a  gracious  rain : 
All  will  come  to  desolation, 

Unless  Thou  return  again. 
Keep  no  longer  at  a  distance. 

Shine  upon  us  from  on  high, 
Lest,  for  want  of  Thine  assistance, 

Every  plant  should  droop  and  die. 

2.  Surely  once  Thy  garden  flourished  ; 

Every  part  looked  gay  and  green  ; 
Then  Thy  word  our  spirits  nourished : 

Happy  seasons  we  have  seen. 
But  a  drought  has  since  succeeded, 

And  a  sad  decline  we  see : 
Lord,  Thy  help  is  greatly  needed : 

Help  can  only  come  from  Thee. 

3.  Let  our  mutual  love  be  fervent ; 

Make  us  prevalent  in  prayers ; 
Let  each  one  esteemed  Thy  servant 

Shun  the  world's  bewitching  snares. 
Break  the  tempter's  fatal  power, 

Turn  the  stony  heart  to  flesh, 
And  begin  from  this  good  hour 

To  revive  Thy  work  afresh. 
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THE    CIICRCII. 

804.  S.  ML  Brown. 

Lord,  revive  Thy  work.  —  Ilab.  3  :  2. 

1.  0  Lord,  Thy  work  revive, 

In  Zion's  gloomy  hour, 
And  make  her  dying  graces  live 
By  Thy  restoring  power. 

2.  Awake  Thy  chosen  few 

To  fervent,  earnest  prayer ; 

Again  their  sacred  vows  renew, 

Thy  blessed  presence  share. 

3.  Thy  Spirit  then  will  speak 

Through  lips  of  feeble  clay, 
And  hearts  of  adamant  will  break, 
And  rebels  will  obey. 

4.  Lord,  lend  Thy  gracious  ear ; 

O,  listen  to  our  cry  ; 
O,  come  and  bring  salvation  here*. 
Our  hopes  on  Thee  rely. 

805.  8s  &  7s.  Lyte. 

Except  tiie  Lord  build  the  house,  they  labor  in  taijt.  —  Ps.  127 :  L 

1.  VA1NLT  through  night's  weary  hours, 

Keep  we  watch,  lest  foes  alarm  ; 
Vain  our  bulwarks,  and  our  towers, 
But  for  God's  protecting  arm. 

2.  Vain  were  all  our  toil  and  labor, 

Did  not  God  that  labor  bless  ; 
Vain,  without  His  grace  and  favor, 
Every  talent  we  possess. 
562 


REVIVAL,  EXTENSION,  AND    FUTURE    GLORY. 

3.  Vainer  still  the  hope  of  heaven 

That  on  human  strength  relies  ; 
But  to  him  shall  help  be  given 
Who  in  humble  faith  applies. 

4.  Seek  we,  then,  the  Lord's  Anointed ; 

He  shall  grant  us  peace  and  rest  : 
Ne'er  was  suppliant  disappointed 

Who  through  Christ  his  prayer  addressed. 

806.  c.  m. 

Fair  as  the  moon,  clear  as  the  sry,  axd  terrible  as  ax  aruy  tvith 
bak>'ers.  —  Cant.  0  :  10. 

1.  Say,  who  is  she  that  looks  abroad 

Like  the  sweet,  blushing  dawn, 
When  with  her  living  light  she  paints 
The  dew  drops  of  the  lawn  ? 

2.  Fair  as  the  moon,  when  in  the  skies 

Serene  her  throne  she  guides, 
And  o'er  the  twinkling  stars  supreme 
In  full-orbed  glory  rides  ;  — 

3.  Clear  as  the  sun,  when  from  the  east 

Without  a  cloud  he  springs, 
And  scatters  boundless  light  and  heat 
From  his  resplendent  wings  ;  — 

4.  Tremendous  as  a  host,  that  moves 

Majestically  slow, 
With  banners  wide  displayed,  all  armed, 
All  ardent,  for  the  foe. 

5.  This  is  the  church,  by  Heaven  arrayed 

With  strength  and  grace  divine  : 
Thus  shall  she  strike  her  foes  with  dread, 
And  thus  her  glories  shine. 
563 


the  cnuEcn. 

807.  L.  M.  Watts. 

Tubs  us  again,  O  God  of  hosts,  and  cause  Thy  face  to  suixe.—  I 

1.  Great  Shepherd  of  thine  Israel, 
Who  didst  between  the  cherubs  dwell, 
And  lead  the  tribes,  Thy  chosen  sheep. 
Safe  through  the  desert  and  the  deep,  — - 

2.  Hast  Thou  not  planted  with  Thy  hands 
A  lovely  vine  in  heathen  lands  ? 

Did  not  Thy  power  defend  it  round, 
And  heavenly  dews  enrich  the  ground  ? 

3.  How  did  the  spreading  branches  shoot, 
And  bless  the  nations  with  the  fruit ! 
But  now,  dear  Lord,  look  down  and  see 
Thy  mourning  vine,  that  lovely  tree. 

4.  Return,  almighty  God,  return  ; 

Nor  let  Thy  bleeding  vineyard  mourn  ; 
Turn  us  to  Thee,  Thy  love  restore  : 
We  shall  be  saved,  and  sigh  no  more. 

808.  7s.  Village  Htmks 

Beuold,  there  aeiseth  a  little  cloud.  —  1  Kings  IS  :  44. 

1.  Saw  ye  not  the  cloud  arise, 

Little  as  a  human  hand  ? 
Now  it  spreads  along  the  skies, 
Hangs  o'er  all  the  thirsty  land. 

2.  Lo,  the  promise  of  a  shower 

Drops  already  from  above ; 
But  the  Lord  will  shortly  pour 
All  the  blessings  of  His  love. 
5Q± 


REVIVAL,  EXTENSION,,  AND    FUTURE    GLORY. 

3.  When  He  firs!  the  work  began, 

Small  and  feeble  was  His  day; 
Now  the  word  doth  swiftly  run, 
Now  it  wins  its  widening  way. 

4.  Sons  of  God.  your  Saviour  praise ; 

II-  the  door  hath  opened  wide  ; 
He  hath  given  the  word  of  grace : 
Jesus'  word  is  glorified. 

809.  H.  31.  Doddridge. 

The  glop.t  of  the  Loed  is  eisev  upo^  thee.  —  I=.  H  .-  i, 

1.  0  Ziox.  tune  thy  voice. 

And  raise  thy  hands  on  high ; 
Tell  all  the  earth  thy  joys. 
And  boast  salvation  ni^h  ; 


Cheerful  in  God, 
Arise  and  shine, 


While  rays  divine 
Stream  all  abroad. 


2.  He  Grilds  thy  morning  face 

With  beams  that  cannot  fade  ; 
His  all-resplendent  grace 
He  pours  around  thy  head  : 


The  nations  round 
Thy  form  shall  view. 


"With  lustre  new 
Divinely  crowned. 


In  honor  to  His  name, 

Reflect  that  sacred  light, 
And  loud  that  grace  proclaim 

"Which  makes  thy  darkness  bright ; 


Pursue  His  praise. 
Till  sovereign  love 


In  worlds  above 
The  glory  raise. 


There,  on  His  holy  hill. 

A  brighter  Sun  shall  rise, 
And  with  His  radiance  fill 

Those  fairer,  purer  skies ; 


While,  round  His  throne. 
Ten  thousand  stars, 

•565 


In  nobler  spheres, 
His  influence  own, 


THE    CHURCH. 

810.  L.  M.  Doddridge. 

Tut  on  thy  beautiful  garments,  O  Jerusalem.— Is.  52 :  1. 

1.  Triumphant  Zion,  lift  thy  head 
From  dust,  and  darkness,  and  the  dead  ; 
Though  humbled  long,  awake  at  length, 
And  gird  thee  with  thy  Saviour's  strength. 

2.  Put  all  thy  beauteous  garments  on. 
And  let  thy  various  charms  be  known : 
The  world  thy  glories  shall  confess, 
Decked  in  the  robes  of  righteousness. 

3.  Ko  more  shall  foes  unclean  invade, 
And  fill  thy  hallowed  walls  with  dread ; 
No  more  shall  hell's  insulting  host 
Their  victory  and  thy  sorrows  boast. 

4.  God,  from  on  high,  thy  groans  will  hear ; 
His  hand  thy  ruins  shall  repair ; 
Reared  and  adorned  by  love  divine, 
Thy  towers  and  battlements  shall  shine. 

811.  CM.  Logan. 

TlIE   MOUNTAIN*  OF   THE    LORD'S   HOUSE    SHALL   BE    ESTABLISHED   IX  THE    TOP 
OF   THE   MOUNTAINS.  — Is.  2  :  2. 

1.  Behold,  the  mountain  of  the  Lord 

In  latter  days  shall  rise 
On  mountain  tops  above  the  hills, 
And  draw  the  wondering  eyes. 

2.  To  this  the  joyful  nations  round, 

All  tribes  and  tongues,  shall  flow ; 
"Up  to  the  hill  of  God,"  they'll  say, 
••  And  to  His  house,  we'll  go." 
066 


REVIVAL,    EXTENSION",    AND    FUTURE    GLORY. 

3.  The  beaifi  that  shines  from  Z ion's  hill 
Shall  lighten  eve ry  land  : 
The  King  who  reigns  in  Salem's  towers 
Shall  all  the  world  command. 


812.  lis  £   10s. 

HE  "VriLL  MAKE   RBI  WILrEEXESS   like   Eden-.  —  Is.  51  :  \ 

1.  Hail  to  the  brightness  of  Zion's  glad  morning  ! 

Joy  to  the  lands  that  in  darkness  have  lain  ! 
Hushed  be  the  aeeents  of  sorrow  and  mourning: 
Zion  in  triumph  begins  her  mild  reign. 

2.  Hail  to  the  brightness  of  Zion's  glad  morning 

Long  by  the  prophets  of  Israel  foretold  : 
Hail  to  the  millions  from  bondage  returning  ; 
Gentiles  and  Jews  the  blest  vision  behold. 

o.  Lo.  in  the  desert  rich  flowers  are  springing; 
Streams  ever  copious  are  gliding  along : 
Loud  from  the  mountain  tops  echoes  are  ringing ; 
Wastes  rise  in  verdure,  and  mingle  in  song. 

4.  See.  from  all  lands,  from  the  isles  of  the  ocean. 
Praise  to  Jehovah  ascending  on  high  : 
Fallen  are  the  engines  of  war  and  commotion  ; 
Shouts  of  salvation  are  rending  the  ^ky. 

813.  C.  M.  Logan. 

TEEN'    SHALL   THY   LIGHT   BREAK   EOETH  AS    THE   If OEXIXG.  —  Is.  58:   c- 

1.  0,  city  of  the  Lord,  begin 
The  universal  song. 
And  let  the  scattered  villages 
Thy  joyful  notes  prolong. 
567 


THE    CHURCH. 

2.  Let  Kedar's  wilderness  afar 

Lift  up  the  lonely  voice ; 
And  let  the  tenants  of  the  rock 
AVith  accent  rude  rejoice. 

3.  O,  from  the  streams  of  distant  lands 

L'nto  Jehovah  sing ; 
And  joyful  from  the  mountain  tops 
Shout  to  the  Lord,  the  King. 

4.  Let  all  combined,  with  one  accord, 

Jehovah's  glories  raise, 
Till  in  remotest  bounds  of  earth 
The  nations  sound  His  praise. 

814.  H.  M.  Doddridge. 

Is"  Thy  majesty  ride  prosperously.—  Ps.  45:  4. 

1.  Gird  on  Thy  conquering  sword, 
Ascend  Thy  shining  car, 
And  march,  almighty  Lord, 
To  wage  Thy  holy  war. 


Before  His  wheels 
In  glad  surprise, 


Ye  valleys,  rise, 
And  sink,  ye  hills. 


2.  Fair  Truth,  and  smiling  Love, 
And  injured  Righteousness, 
In  Thy  retinue  move, 

And  seek  from  Thee  redress  : 


Thou  in  their  cause 
Shalt  prosperous  ride, 


And  far  and  wide 
Dispense  Thy  laws. 


3.  Before  Thine  awful  face 

Millions  of  foes  shall  fall, 
The  captives  of  Thy  grace, 
The  grace  which  conquers  all. 


The  world  shall  know, 
Great  King  of  kings, 


What  wondrous  things 
Thine  arm  can  do. 


568 


REVIVAL,    EXTENSION,    AND    FUTURE    GLORY. 

4.  Here  to  my  willing  soul 

Bend  Thy  triumphant  way ; 
Here  every  foe  control, 

And  all  Thy  power  display. 


My  heart,  Thy  throne, 
Blest  Jesus,  see, 


Bows  low  to  Thee, 
To  Thee  alone. 


815.  lis. 

Behold,  thy  Ki>*g  cometii  uxto  thee.  — Zech.  9:  9. 

1.  Daughter  of  Zion,  awake  from  thy  sadness  ; 

Awake,  for  thy  foes  shall  oppress  thee  no  more ; 
Bright  o'er  thy  hills  dawns  the  Daystar  of  gladness  ; 
Arise,  for  the  night  of  thy  sorrow  is  o'er. 

2.  Strong  were  thy  foes ;  but  the  arm  that  subdued 

them, 
And  scattered  their  legions,  was  mightier  far ; 
They  fled  like  the    chaff  from  the  scourge    that 

pursued  them ; 
Vain  were  their  steeds  and  their  chariots  of  war. 

3.  Daughter  of  Zion,  the  Power  that  hath  saved  thee 

Extolled  with  the  harp  and  the  timbrel  should  be  ; 
Shout,  for  the  foe  is  destroyed  that  enslaved  thee  ; 
The  oppressor  is  vanquished,  and  Zion  is  free. 

816.  10s.  Pope. 

The  Gentiles  shall  come  to  thy  light.  — Is.  CO:". 

1.  Rise,  crowned  with  light,  imperial  Salem,  rise  ; 
Exalt  thy  towering  head,  and  lift  thine  eyes  ; 
See  heaven  its  sparkling  portals  wide  display, 
And  break  upon  thee  in  a  flood  of  day. 

2.  See  a  long  race  thy  spacious  courts  adorn ; 
See  future  sons  and  daughters,  yet  unborn, 
In  crowding  ranks  on  every  side  arise, 
Demanding  life,  impatient  for  the  skies. 

569 


THE    CHURCH. 

.  See  barbarous  nations  at  thy  gates  attend, 
Walk  in  thy  light,  and  in  thy  temple  bend ; 
For  thee  Home's  spicy  forests  blow. 
And  seeds  of  gold  in  Ophir's  mountains  glow. 

,  The  seas  shall  waste,  the  skies  in  smoke  decay, 
Rocks  fall  to  dust,  and  mountains  melt  away ; 
But  fixed  His  word.  His  saving  power  remains  ; 
Thy  realm  forever  lasts  —  Messiah  reigns. 

817.  8s    &    7s.  COTTTER. 

Thou  sualt  call  thy  walls  Salvation*,  axd  thy  gates  Pkaise. 

Is.  GO  :  1& 

1.  Hear  what  God,  the  Lord,  hath  spoken ; 

"  O  My  people,  faint  and  few, 
Comfortless,  afflicted,  broken, 

Fair  abodes  I  build  for  you ; 
Scenes  of  heartfelt  tribulation 

Shall  no  more  perplex  your  ways ; 
You  shall  name  your  walls  -  Salvation/ 

And  your  gates  shall  all  be  -  Praise.' " 

2.  There,  like  streams  that  feed  the  garden, 

Pleasures  without  end  shall  flow ; 
For  the  Lord,  your  faith  rewarding, 

All  His  bounty  shall  bestow. 
Still  in  undisturbed  possession 

Peace  and  righteousness  shall  reign; 
Never  shall  you  feel  oppression, 

Hear  the  voice  of  war  again. 

3.  Ye,  no  more  your  suns  descending, 

Waning  moons  no  more  shall  see, 
But,  your  griefs  forever  ending, 

Find  eternal  noon  in  Me. 
God  shall  rise,  and  shining  o'er  you, 

Change  to  day  the  gloom  of  night ; 
He,  the  Lord,  shall  be  your  Glory, 

God  your  everlasting  Light. 
570 


REVIVAL.    EXTENSION,   AND    FUTUEE    GLOBT. 

818.  C.  31.  Watts. 

THE   HOLT   CITT   VKW    If.:  ;    GOD 

OUT   OF    UEAVt.V.  - 

1.  Lo.  what  a  glorious  sight  appears 

To  our  belie  v;: 
The  earth  and  seas  are  passed  away. 
And  the  old  rolling  sk: 

2.  From  the  third  heaven,  where  God  res: 

That  holy,  happy  place. 
The  new  Jerusalem  conies  down, 
Adorned  with  shining  grace. 

3.  Attending  angels  shout  for  joy, 

And  the  bright  armies  sing. 
••  Mortals,  behold  the  sacred  seat 

Of  your  descending  King. 

<£.  i;  The  God  of  glory  down  to  men 
Removes  His  blest  abode  ; 
Men.  the  dear  objects  of  His  grace, 
And  He  the  loving  God. 

5.  B  His  own  soft  hand  shall  wipe  the  tears 

From  every  weeping  eye  ; 
And  pains  and  groans,  and  griefs  and  fears 
And  death  itself,  shall  die." 

6.  How  long,  dear  Saviour.  0.  how  long 

Shall  this  bright  hour  delay? 
Fly  swifter  round,  ye  wheels  of  time, 
And  bring  the  welcome  day. 
•571 


THE    CHURCH. 

THE   CHURCIL  —  MISSIONS. 
819.  7s  &  Cs.  IIeber. 

Assuredly  gathering  that  the  Loud  nAD  called  us  for  to  pkbach. 

Acts  16  :  10. 

1.  From  Greenlancrs  icy  mountains, 

From  India's  coral  strand ; 
Where  Afric's  sunny  fountains 

Roll  down  their  golden  sand ; 
From  many  an  ancient  river, 

From  many  a  palmy  plain  ; 
They  call  us  to  deliver 

Their  land  from  error's  chain. 

2.  What  though  the  spicy  breezes 

Blow  soft  o'er  Ceylon's  isle, 
Though  every  prospect  pleases, 

And  only  man  is  vile  ? 
In  vain,  with  lavish  kindness, 

The  gifts  of  God  are  strown : 
The  heathen,  in  his  blindness, 

Bows  down  to  wood  and  stone. 

3.  Can  we,  whose  souls  are  lighted 

With  wisdom  from  on  high, 
Can  we  to  man  benighted 

The  lamp  of  life  deny? 
Salvation  !    O,  salvation  ! 

The  joyful  sound  proclaim, 
Till  earth's  remotest  nation 

Has  learned  Messiah's  name. 

4.  Waft,  waft,  ye  winds,  His  story, 

And  you,  ye  waters,  roll, 
Till,  like  a  sea  of  glory, 

It  spreads  from  pole  to  pole ; 
Till  o'er  our  ransomed  nature, 

The  Lamb,  for  sinners  slain, 
Redeemer,  King,  Creator, 

In  bliss  return  to  reign. 
572 


MISSIONS. 

820.  8s.  7s.  &  4.  Kelly. 

The  Lord  iiatii  comi-crted  IIis  rEorLr.  —  Is.  53  :  0. 

1.  Ox  the  mountain  s  top  appearing, 

Lo,  the  sacred  herald  stands  ; 
Welcome  news  to  Zion  bearing, 
Zion  long  in  hostile  lands. 

Mourning  captive, 
God  Himself  will  loose  thy  bands. 

2.  God,  thy  God,  will  now  restore  thee ; 

He  Himself  appears  thy  Friend : 
All  thy  foes  shall  flee  before  thee  ; 
Here  their  boasts  and  triumphs  end ; 

Great  deliverance 
Zion's  King  vouchsafes  to  send. 

3.  Enemies  no  more  shall  trouble  ; 

All  thy  wrongs  shall  be  redressed  ; 
a  For  thy  shame  thou  shalt  have  double  ; n 
In  thy  Makers  favor  blessed ; 

All  thy  conflicts 
End  in  everlasting  rest. 

821.  8s,    7S,    &    4.  COTTERELL. 

A  Light  to  ligiitex  the  Gextiles.  —  Luke  2:  32. 

1.  O'er  the  realms  of  pagan  darkness 

Let  the  eye  of  pity  gaze  ; 
See  the  kindreds  of  the  people 
Lost  in  sin's  bewildering  maze  ; 

Darkness  brooding 
On  the  face  of  all  the  earth. 

2.  Light  of  them  that  sit  in  darkness. 

Rise  and  shine.  Thy  blessings  bring ; 
Light  to  lighten  all  the  Gentiles, 
Rise  with  healing  in  Thy  wing ; 

To  Thy  brightness 
Let  all  kings  and  nations  come. 
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THE    CHURCH. 

3.  May  the  heat  lien,  now  adoring 

Idol  gods  of  wood  and  stone, 
Come  and  worshipping  before  Him, 

Serve  the  living  God  alone ; 

Let  Thy  glory 
Fill  the  earth  as  floods  the  sea. 

4.  Thou  to  whom  all  power  is  given, 

Speak  the  word ;  at  Thy  command, 
Let  the  company  of  preachers 

Spread  Thy  name  from  land  to  land  ; 

Lord,  be  with  them 
Alway,  to  the  end  of  time. 

822.  L.  M.  Watts. 

He  shall  come  dow.v  like  bain  upox  the  moo  grass.  —  Ps.  72  :  G. 

1.  Great  God,  whose  universal  sway 
The  known  and  unknown  worlds  obey, 
Now  give  the  kingdom  to  Thy  Son, 
Extend  His  power,  exalt  His  throne. 

2.  As  rain  on  meadows  newly  mown, 

So  shall  He  send  His  influence  down ; 
His  grace  on  fainting  souls  distils, 
Like  heavenly  dew  on  thirsty  hills. 

o.  The  heathen  lands,  that  lie  beneath 
The  shades  of  overspreading  death, 
Revive  at  His  first  dawning  light, 
And  deserts  blossom  at  the  sight. 

4.  The  saints  shall  flourish  in  His  days, 
Dressed  in  the  robes  of  joy  and  praise  ; 
Peace,  like  a  river,  from  His  throne 
Shall  flow  to  nations  yet  unknown. 

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MISSIONS. 

823.  C  M.  Tate  &  Brady. 

Ask  of  Mz,  and  I  shall  give  Thee  the  iieatiie.v  for  Thins 

INHERITANCE.  —  F*  .'  :    B. 

1.  Attend,  0  earth,  while  I  declare 

God's  uncontrolled  decree : 
u  Thou  art  my  Sun  ;   this  day.  rny  Heir, 
Have  I  begotten  Thee. 

2.  a  Ask.  and  receive  Thy  full  demands ; 

Thine  shall  the  heathen  be ; 
The  utmost  limits  of  the  lands 
Shall  be  possessed  by  Thee." 

o.  Learn,  then,  ye  princes,  and  give  ear, 
Ye  judges  of  the  earth ; 
Worship  the  Lord  with  holy  fear, 
Rejoice  with  awful  mirth. 


824.  H.  It  Goode. 

Tee  kings  of  Tarshish  axd  of  the  isles  shall  eeing  pretexts. 

Vs.  72  i  10. 

1.  Far  as  the  isles  extend, 

To  the  vast  ocean's  bound, 
Let  kings  to  Jesus  bend. 

And  pour  their  offerings  round ; 


Arabia  raise 
The  song  divine, 


And  Afric  join 
To  exalt  His  praise. 


2.  All  princes  shall  adore. 

And  gifts  and  honors  bring, 
To  hail  the  Saviours  power, 
To  crown  Immanuel  King : 


Remotest  land- 
Shall  homage  pay, 


And  earth  obey 
His  hidi  commands 


TriE    CHURCH. 

825  lis.  Tappax. 

The  morning  cometii.  —  Is.  21  :  12. 

1.  Wake,  isles  of  the  south  ;  your  redemption  is  near  ; 

Ng  longer  repose  in  the  borders  of  gloom ; 
The  Strength  of  His  chosen  in  love  will  appear. 
And  light  shall  arise  on  the  verge  of  His  tomb. 

2.  The  billows  that  girt  ye,  the  wild  waves  that  roar, 

The  zephyrs  that  play  where  the  ocean  storms 
cease, 
Shall  bear  the  rich  freight  to  your  desolate  shore, 
Shall  waft  the  glad  tidings  of  pardon  and  peace. 

3.  On  the  islands  that  sit  in  the  regions  of  night, 

The  lands  of  despair,  to  oblivion  a  prey, 
The  morning  will  open  with  healing  and  light ; 
The  young  Star  of  Bethlehem  will  ripen  to-day. 

4.  The  heathen  will  hasten  to  welcome  the  time, 

The  Dayspring  the  prophet  in  vision  once  saw, 
"When  the  beams  of  Messiah  will  illumine  each 
clime, 
And  the  isles  of  the  ocean  shall  wait  for  His  law. 

826.  L.  M.  Kelly. 

I  WILL  BRIVG  THY  SEED  FROM  THE  EA5T,  AND  GATHER  THEE  FE03I  THE 
WEST.  — Is.  43  :  5. 

1.  My  soul,  with  sacred  joy  survey 
The  glories  of  the  latter  day ; 
Its  dawn  already  seems  begun  — 
Sure  earnest  of  the  rising  Sun. 

2.  "  Behold  the  way,"  ye  heralds,  cry  ; 
Spare  not,  but  lift  your  voices  high  ; 
Convey  the  sound  from  shore  to  shore 
And  bid  the  captive  sigh  no  more. 

576 


missions. 

3.  <;  Behold  the  way  to  Zion's  hill, 

Where  Israel's  God  delights  to  dwell ; 
He  fixes  there  Hi-  lofty  throne. 
And  calls  the  sacred  place  His  own." 

4  The  north  gives  up  ;  the  south  no  more 
Keeps  back  her  consecrated  store ; 
From  east  to  west  the  message  runs, 
And  either  India  yields  her  sons. 

5.  Auspicious  dawn,  thy  rising  ray 
With  joy  I  view,  and  hail  the  day ; 
Thou  Sun.  arise,  supremely  bright, 
And  shed  abroad  Thy  holy  light. 

827.  s.  m. 

LiVixo  TTA-rrr.s  shall  go  out  feom  Jieusale*.  —  Zech.  14 :  i. 

1.  Xow  living  waters  flow 

To  cheer  the  humble  soul ; 
From  sea  to  sea  the  rivers  go, 
And  spread  from  pole  to  pole. 

2.  Now  righteousness  shall  spring, 

And  grow  on  earth  again ; 

Jesus.  Jehovah,  be  our  King, 

And  o'er  the  nations  reign. 

3.  Jesus  shall  rule  alone, 

The  world  shall  hear  His  word ; 
By  one  blessed  name  shall  He  be  knowru. 
The  universal  Lord. 

Doxologt. 

To  God  the  Father.  Son. 

And  God  the  Holy  Ghost, 
By  saints  on  earth  be  honor  done, 

And  by  the  heavenly  host. 
37  577 


THE    CHURCH. 


828.  L.  M.  Watts. 

All  kixgs  shall  fall  down  before  IIim.  —  Ps.  72:  11. 

1.  Jesus  shall  reign  where'er  the  sun 
Does  his  successive  journeys  run  ; 

His  kingdom  stretch  from  shore  to  shore, 
Till  moons  shall  wax  and  wane  no  more. 

2.  For  Him  shall  endless  prayer  be  made, 
And  praises  throng  to  crown  His  head  ; 
His  name,  like  sweet  perfume,  shall  rise 
With  every  morning  sacrifice. 

3.  People  and  realms,  of  every  tongue, 
Dwell  on  His  love  with  sweetest  song ; 
And  infant  voices  shall  proclaim 
Their  early  blessings  on  His  name. 

4.  Blessings  abound  where'er  He  reigns  ; 
The  prisoner  leaps  to  loose  His  chains ; 
The  weary  find  eternal  rest, 

And  all  the  sons  of  want  are  blessed. 

5.  Where  He  displays  His  healing  power, 
Death  and  the  curse  are  known  no  more 
In  Him  the  tribes  of  Adam  boast 
More  blessings  than  their  father  lost. 

6.  Let  every  creature  rise,  and  bring 
Peculiar  honors  to  their  King, 
Angels  descend  with  songs  again, 
And  earth  repeat  the  long  Amen. 

829.  7s  &  6s.  Montgomery. 

He  shall  redeem  theif.  soul. —  Ps.  72:  14. 

1.  Hail  to  the  Lord's  Anointed  ! 
Great  David's  greater  Son  ! 
Hail,  in  the  time  appointed, 
His  reign  on  earth  begun ! 
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MISSIONS. 

He  comes  to  break  oppression, 

To  set  the  captive  free, 
To  take  away  transgression, 

And  rule  in  equity. 

2.  He  conies  with  succor  speedy 

To  those  who  suffer  wrong ; 
To  help  the  poor  and  needy, 

And  bid  the  weak  be  strong ; 
To  give  them  songs  for  sighing, 

Their  darkness  turn  to  light, 
Whose  souls,  condemned  and  dying, 

Were  precious  in  His  sight. 

3.  He  shall  come  down  like  showers 

Upon  the  fruitful  earth, 
And  love  and  joy.  like  flowers, 

Spring  in  His  path  to  birth : 
Before  Him,  on  the  mountains, 

Shall  peace,  the  herald,  go, 
And  righteousness  in  fountains 

From  hill  to  valley  flow. 

4.  Arabia's  desert-ranger 

To  Him  shall  bow  the  knee ; 
The  Ethiopian  stranger 

His  glory  come  to  see  : 
Kings  shall  fall  down  before  Him, 

And  gold  and  incense  bring; 
All  nations  shall  adore  Him, 

His  praise  all  people  sing. 

830.  L.    M.  COLLYER. 

The  assembly  of  the  Saixts.  —  Ps.  SO:  7. 

1.  Assembled  at  Thy  great  command. 
Before  Thy  face,  dread  Kin<z.  we  stand : 
The  voice  that  marshalled  every  star 
Has  called  Thy  people  from  afar. 
579 


THE    CHURCH. 

2.  We  meet  through  distant  lands  to  spread 
The  truth  for  which  the  martyrs  bled; 
Along  the  line,  to  either  pole, 

The  anthem  of  Thy  praise  to  roll. 

3.  Our  prayers  assist ;  accept  our  praise  ; 
Our  hopes  revive  ;  our  courage  raise ; 
Our  counsels  aid ;  to  each  impart 
The  single  eye,  the  faithful  heart. 

4.  Forth  with  Thy  chosen  heralds  come ; 
Recall  the  wandering  spirits  home  ; 
From  Zion's  mount  send  forth  the  sound, 
To  spread  the  spacious  earth  around. 


831.  7s  &  Ss.       "Pratt's  Coll. 

The  mouxtaixs  and  the  jiills  shall  break  forth  before  toc  ixto 
sixgixg.  — Is.  oo  :  1:2. 

1.  "When  shall  the  voice  of  singing 

Flow  joyfully  along? 
When  hill  and  valley,  ringing 

Witt  one  triumphant  song, 
Proclaim  the  contest  ended, 

And  Him  who  once  was  slain, 
A  second  time  descended, 

In  righteousness  to  reign  ? 

2.  Then  from  the  craggy  mountains 

The  sacred  shout  shall  fly, 
And  shady  vales  and  fountains 

Shall  echo  the  reply  ; 
High  tower  and  lowly  dwelling 

Shall  send  the  hymn  around, 
All  hallelujah  swelling 

In  one  continued  sound. 
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MISSIONS. 

832.  C.  M.  Watts. 

I  WILL  ALSO    GATHER   ALL   >'ATIOyS.  —  JO€l  3  :  2. 

1.  Pity  the  nations,  O  our  God; 

Constrain  the  earth  to  come  ; 

Send  Thy  victorious  word  abroad, 

And  bring  the  strangers  home. 

2.  TTe  long  to  see  Thy  churches  full, 

That  all  Thy  faithful  race 
May.  with  one  voice,  and  heart,  and  soul. 
Sing  Thy  redeeming  grace. 

833.  7s  &  Gs.  Hastings. 

Lift  te  up  a  baxxer  upox  the  high  mouxtaix.  —  Is.  13  :  2. 

1.  Xow  be  the  gospel  banner 

In  every  land  unfurled ; 
And  be  the  shout.  Hosanna  ! 

Reechoed  through  the  world ; 
Till  every  isle  and  nation. 

Till  every  tribe  and  tongue, 
Receive  the  great  salvation. 

And  join  the  happy  throng. 

2.  What  though  the  embattled  legions 

Of  earth  and  hell  combine. — 
His  arm  throughout  their  regions 

Shall  soon  resplendent  shine. 
Ride  on,  O  Lord,  victorious  ! 

Immanuel.  Prince  of  Peace ! 
Thy  triumph  shall  be  glorious, 

Thy  empire  still  increase. 

3.  Yes,  Thou  shah  reign  forever, 

O  Jesus,  Kin^r  of  kings  ! 

Thy  light.  Thy  love,  Thy  favor, 
Each  ransomed  captive  sings. 
581 


THE    CHURCH. 


The  isles  for  Thee  are  waiting ; 

The  deserts  learn  Thy  praise ; 
The  hills  and  valleys,  greeting, 

The  song  responsive  raise. 


834.  8s,  7s,  &  4.  Kelly. 

The  Lord  uatii  made  bare  IIis  holy  arm  in  the  eyes  of  all  the 

NATIONS.  —  18.  52  :  10. 

1.  Yes,  we  trust  the  day  is  breaking ; 

Joyful  times  are  near  at  hand ; 
God,  the  mighty  God,  is  speaking, 
By  His  word,  in  every  land. 

Mark  His  progress  — 
Darkness  flies  at  His  command. 

2.  While  the  foe  becomes  more  daring, 

While  he  "  enters  like  a  flood,'' 
God  the  Saviour  is  preparing 

Means  to  spread  His  truth  abroad. 

Every  language 
Soon  shall  tell  the  love  of  God. 

3.  O,  'tis  pleasant,  'tis  reviving 

To  our  hearts,  to  hear,  each  day, 
JoyM  news,  from  far  arriving, 
How  the  gospel  wins  its  way, 

Those  enlightening 
Who  in  death  and  darkness  lay. 

4.  God  of  Jacob,  high  and  glorious, 

Let  Thy  people  see  Thy  hand ; 
Let  the  gospel  be  victorious 

Through  the  world,  in  every  land ; 

Let  the  idols 
Perish,  Lord,  at  Thy  command. 
582 


MISSIONS. 

835.  L.  M.  Pratt's  Coll. 

THOU  SHALT  ARISE   A>~D  HAVE  MERCY   UPON   ZlOX.  — Ps.  108]  13. 

1.  Sovereign  of  worlds,  display  Thy  power  j 

Be  this  Thy  Zion's  favored  hour ; 
Bid  the  bright  morning  Star  arise, 
And  point  the  nations  to  the  skies. 

2.  Set  up  Thy  throne  where  Satan  reigns, — 
On  Afric's  shore,  on  India's  plains, 

On  wilds  and  continents  unknown,  — 
And  make  the  nations  all  Thine  own. 

3.  Speak,  and  the  world  shall  hear  Thy  voice ; 
Speak,  and  the  desert  shall  rejoice  ; 
Scatter  the  gloom  of  heathen  night, 

And  bid  all  nations  hail  the  lidit. 


836.  H.  M.  Pratt's  Coll. 

God  be  merciful  uxto  us.  —  Vs.  67  :  1. 

1.  Rise,  gracious  God.  and  shine 
In  all  Thy  saving  might, 
And  prosper  each  design 

To  spread  Thy  glorious  light ; 


Let  healing  streams 
Of  mercy  flow. 


That  all  the  earth 
Thy  truth  may  know. 


0,  bring  the  nations  near, 

That  they  may  sing  Thy  praise ; 
Let  all  the  people  hear 

And  learn  Thv  holv  wavs. 


Reign,  mighty  God, 
Assert  Thy  cause, 


And  govern  by 
Thy  righteous  laws. 


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TIIE    CHURCH. 


3.  Put  forth  Thy  glorious  power  ; 
The  nations  then  will  see, 
And  earth  present  her  store 
In  converts  born  of  Thee. 


God,  our  own  God, 
His  church  will  bless, 


And  earth  shall  yield 
Iler  full  increase. 


837.  7s.  Lyte. 

I,  the  Lord,  will  hasten  it  in  Uis  time.— Is.  GO:  22. 

1.  Hasten,  Lord,  the  glorious  time 

When,  beneath  Messiah's  sway, 
Every  nation,  every  clime, 
Shall  the  gospel  call  obey. 

2.  Mightiest  kings  His  power  shall  own, 

Heathen  tribes  His  name  adore  ; 
Satan  and  his  host,  overthrown, 

Bound  in  chains,  shall  hurt  no  more. 

3.  Then  shall  wars  and  tumults  cease, 

Then  be  banished  grief  and  pain ; 
Righteousness,  and  joy,  and  peace, 
Undisturbed,  shall  ever  reign. 

4.  Bless  we,  then,  our  gracious  Lord, 

Ever  praise  His  holy  name, 
All  His  mighty  acts  record, 

All  His  wondrous  love  proclaim. 

838.  8s  &  7s.     Ur wick's  Coll. 

A  KlN'3    SHALL   KEIGX   IX   RIGHTEOUSNESS.  —  Is.  32  :  1. 

1.  O  Thou  Sun  of  glorious  splendor, 
Shine  with  healing  in  Thy  wing, 
Chase  away  these  shades  of  darkness, 
Holy  light  and  comfort  bring. 

584 


MISSIONS. 

2.  Let  the  heralds  of  salvation 

Round  the  world  with  joy  proclaim 
Death  and  hell  are  spoiled  and  vanquished 
Through  the  great  Iinmanuers  name. 

3.  Take  Thy  power,  almighty  Saviour, 

Claim  the  nations  for  Thine  own; 
Reign,  thou  Lord  of  life  and  glory, 
Till  each  heart  becomes  Thy  throne. 

4.  Then  the  earth,  o'erspread  with  glory, 

Decked  with  heavenly  splendor  bright, 
Shall  be  made  Jehovah's  dwelling, 
As  at  first  the  Lord's  delight. 

839.  L.  31.  Slixn. 

Geaxt  us  Thy  salvatiox.  —  Ts.  SO  :  7. 

1.  Arise,  in  all  Thy  splendor.  Lord; 
Let  power  attend  Thy  gracious  word; 
Unveil  the  beauties  of  Thy  face, 
And  show  the  glories  of  Thy  grace. 

2.  Send  forth  Thy  messengers  of  peace ; 
Make  Satan's  reign  and  empire  cease ; 
Let  Thy  salvation,  Lord,  be  known, 
That  all  the  world  Thy  power  may  own. 

840.  8s,  7s,  &  4.  TTillijlms. 

Thy  kixgdom  come.  — Matt.  6  :  10. 

1.  O'ePw  the  gloomy  hills  of  darkness 
Look,  my  soul ;  be  still,  and  gaze ; 
See  the  promises  advancing 
To  a  glorious  day  of  grace. 

Blessed  jubilee. 
Let  thy  glorious  morning  dawn. 
585 


THE    CHURCH. 

2.  Let  the  dark,  benighted  pagan, 

Let  the  rude  barbarian,  see 
That  divine  and  glorious  conquest 
Once  obtained  on  Calvary ; 

Let  the  gospel 
Loud  resound,  from  pole  to  pole. 

3.  Kingdoms  wide,  that  sit  in  darkness, — 

Grant  them,  Lord,  the  glorious  light; 
Now  from  eastern  coast  to  western 
May  the  morning  chase  the  night; 

Let  redemption, 
Freely  purchased,  win  the  day. 

4.  Fly  abroad,  thou  mighty  gospel ; 

Win  and  conquer  —  never  cease  ; 
May  thy  lasting,  wide  dominions 
Multiply,  and  still  increase  ; 

Sway  Thy  sceptre, 
Saviour,  all  the  world  around. 

841.  S.  M.      Wardlaw's  Coll. 

Let  God  arise.  —  Ps.  68  :  1. 

1.  0  Lord  our  God,  arise  ; 

The  cause  of  truth  maintain, 
And  wide  o'er  all  the  peopled  world 
Extend  her  blessed  reign. 

2.  Thou  Prince  of  life,  arise, 

Nor  let  Thy  glory  cease ; 
Far  spread  the  conquests  of  Thy  grace, 
And  bless  the  earth  with  peace. 

3.  O  Holy  Spirit,  rise, 

Expand  Thy  heavenly  wing. 
And  o'er  a  dark  and  ruined  world 
Let  light  and  order  spring. 
586 


MISSIONS. 

4.  0.  all  ye  nations,  rise  ; 

To  God  the  Saviour  sing  ; 
From  shore  to  shore,  from  earth  to  heaven, 
Let  echoing  anthems  ring. 

842.  L.  M.  Pratt's  Coll. 

The  kingdoms  of  mis  world  are  eecome  the  kingdoms  of  our  Lord. 

Rev.  11  ;  15. 

1.  Soox  may  the  last  glad  song  arise 
Through  all  the  millions  of  the  skies  — 
That  song  of  triumph  which  records 
That  all  the  earth  is  now  the  Lord's. 

2.  Let  thrones,  and  powers,  and  kingdoms  be 
Obedient,  mighty  God.  to  Thee ; 

And  over  land,  and  stream,  and  main, 
Wave  Thou  the  sceptre  of  Thy  reign. 

3.  O.  let  that  glorious  anthem  swell ; 
Let  host  to  host  the  triumph  tell, 
That  not  one  rebel  heart  remains, 
But  over  all  the  Saviour  reigns. 

843.  Gs  &  4s.  Marriott. 

Let  there  ee  light.  —  Gen.  1 :  3. 

1.  Thou  whose  almighty  word 
Chaos  and  darkness  heard, 

And  took  their  flight, 
Hear  us,  we  humbly  pray, 
And  where  the  gospel  day 
Sheds  not  its  glorious  ray 

Let  there  be  light. 

2.  Thou  who  didst  come  to  bring 
On  Thy  redeeming  wing 

Healing  and  sight,  — 
587 


THE    CHURCH. 

Health  to  the  sick  in  mind, 
Light  to  the  inly  blind, — 
0,  now.  to  all  mankind, 
Let  there  be  light. 

3.  Descend  Thou  from  above, 
Spirit  of  truth  and  love  ; 

Speed  on  Thy  flight ; 
Move  o'er  the  waters'  face, 
Spirit  of  hope  and  grace, 
And  in  earth's  darkest  place 

Let  there  be  light. 

844.  12s,  11  &  8.  S.  F.  Smith. 

TlIOU   DIDST   HIDE   UrOX   TlIINE    HORSES   AXD    TlIY   CIIAEIOTS    OF    SALVATION". 

Uab.  3 :  8. 

1.  The  Prince  of  salvation  in  triumph  is  riding, 

And  glory  attends  Him  along  His  bright  way ; 
The  tidings  of  grace  on  the  breezes  are  gliding, 
And  nations  are  owning  His  sway. 

2.  Ride  on  in  Thy  greatness,  Thou  conquering  Saviour ; 

Let  thousands  of  thousands  submit  to  Thy  reign, 
Acknowledge  Thy  goodness,  entreat  for  Thy  favor, 
And  follow  Thy  glorious  train. 

3.  Then  loud  shall  ascend  from  each  sanctified  nation 

The  voice  of  thanksgiving,  the  chorus  of  praise  ; 
And  heaven  shall  reecho  the  song  of  salvation 
In  rich  and  melodious  lays. 

845.  C.  M.  Gibbons. 

O,  sexd  out  Tnr  ligiit  axd  Thy  trutii.  —  Ps.  43  :  3. 

1.  Send  forth  Thy  word,  and  let  it  fly, 
Armed  with  Thy  Spirit's  power, 
And  thousands  shall  confess  its  sway, 
And  bless  the  saving  hour. 
5S3 


MISSIONS. 

2.  Beneath  the  influence  of  its  grace 

The  barren  wastes  shall  rise, 
With  sudden  greens  and  fruits  arrayed  — 
A  blooming  paradise. 

3.  Peace,  with  her  olives  crowned,  shall  stretch 

Her  wings  from  shore  to  shore ; 
Ko  trump  shall  rouse  the  rage  of  war, 
No  murderous  cannon  roar. 

4.  Lord,  for  these  days  we  wait ;  these  days 

Are  in  Thy  word  foretold ; 
Fly  swifter,  sun  and  stars,  and  bring 
This  promised  age  of  gold. 

5.  Amen,  with  joy  divine,  let  earth's 

Unnumbered  myriads  cry ; 
Amen,  with  joy  divine,  let  heaven's 
Unnumbered  choirs  reply. 

846.  8s,  7s,  &  4.  Rylaxd. 

Gird  Thy  sword  upon  Thy  thigh,  O  most  Mighty  I  — Vs.  45:3. 

1.  Gird  Thy  sword  on,  mighty  Saviour ; 

Make  the  word  of  truth  Thy  car ; 
Prosper  in  Thy  course,  triumphant  ; 
All  success  attend  Thy  war ; 

Gracious  Victor, 
Bring  Thy  trophies  from  afar. 

2.  Majesty  combines  with  meekness, 

Righteousness  and  peace  unite, 
To  insure  Thy  blessed  conquests  ; 
Take  possession  of  Thy  right ; 

Ride  triumphant, 
Dressed  in  robes  of  purest  light. 
5S9 


TIIE    CHURCH. 

Blessed  are  they  that  touch  Thy  sceptre ; 

Blessed  are  all  that  own  Thy  reign ; 
Freed  from  sin,  that  worst  of  tyrants, 

Rescued  from  its  galling  chain ; 
Saints  and  angels, 

All  who  know  Thee,  bless  Thy  reign. 


847.  8s,  7s,  &  4    Leland's  Hymns. 

The  Daysprino  from  on  iiigii.  —  Luke  1  :  78. 

1.  Christian,  see !  the  orient  morning 

Breaks  along  the  heathen  sky ; 
Lo,  the  expected  day  is  dawning, 
Glorious  Day  spring  from  on  high  ; 

Hallelujah! 
Hail  the  Dayspring  from  on  high ! 

2.  Heathens  at  the  sight  are  singing ; 

Morning  wakes  the  tuneful  lays ; 
Precious  offerings  they  are  bringing, 
First  fruits  of  more  perfect  praise ; 

Hallelujah ! 
Hail  the  Dayspring  from  on  high ! 

3.  Zion's  Sun,  salvation  beaming, 

Gilding  now  the  radiant  hills, 
Rise  and  shine,  till,  brighter  gleaming, 
All  the  world  Thy  glory  fills ; 

Hallelujah ! 
Hail  the  Dayspring  from  on  high ! 

4.  Lord  of  every  tribe  and  nation, 

Spread  Thy  truth  from  pole  to  pole ; 
Spread  the  light  of  Thy  salvation, 
Till  it  shine  on  every  soul ; 

Hallelujah  ! 
Hail  the  Dayspring  from  on  high ! 
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MISSION'S. 

848.  L.  M.  Doddridge. 

Give  Him  xo  best  till  He  establish,  and  till  IIe  makl  Jeei'sale}!  . 
praise  ix  the  eaetu.  —  i*.  62  :  7. 

1.  Indulgent  Sovereign  of  the  skies. 

And  wilt  Thou  bow  Thy  gracious  ear? 
While  feeble  mortals  raise  their  a 
Wilt  Thou,  the  great  Jehovah,  hear  ? 

2.  How  shall  Thy  servants  give  Thee  rest. 

Till  Zion's  mouldering  walls  Thou  raise  ? 
Till  Thy  own  power  shall  stand  confessed. 
And  make  Jerusalem  a  praise  ? 

3.  Look  down,  0  God,  with  pitying  eye, 

And  view  the  desolation  round : 
See  what  wide  realms  in  darkness  lie, 
And  hurl  their  idols  to  the  ground. 

4.  Loud  let  the  gospel  trumpet  blow. 

And  call  the  nations  from  alar ; 
Let  all  the  isles  their  Saviour  know, 
And  earth's  remotest  ends  draw  near. 


849.  7s  cv  6s.  S.  F.  Smith. 

I  WILL  OPEX  STOCKS   IX  HIGH   PLACES.  AXT>   FOUXTAIXS    EH  THE  MILST  Or 
THE    VALLEYS.—  Is.  41  :   15. 

1.  The  morning  light  is  breaking ; 
The  darkness  disappears  : 
The  sons  of  earth  are  waking 

To  penitential  tears  : 
Each  breeze  that  sweeps  the  ocean 

Brings  tidings  from  afar 
Of  nations  in  commotion. 
Prepared  for  Zion's  war. 
591 


THE    CHURCH. 

2.  Rich  dews  of  grace  come  o'er  us, 

In  many  a  gentle  shower, 
And  brighter  scenes  before  us 

Are  opening  every  hour ; 
Each  cry,  to  heaven  going, 

Abundant  answers  brings, 
And  heavenly  gales  are  blowing, 

With  peace  upon  their  wings. 

3.  See  heathen  nations  bending 

Before  the  God  we  love, 
And  thousand  hearts  ascending 

In  gratitude  above ; 
While  sinners,  now  confessing, 

The  gospel  call  obey, 
And  seek  the  Saviour's  blessing, 

A  nation  in  a  day. 

4.  Blest  river  of  salvation, 

Pursue  thy  onward  way ; 
Flow  thou  to  every  nation, 

Xor  in  thy  richness  stay; 
Stay  not  till  all  the  lowly 

Triumphant  reach  their  home  ; 
Stay  not  till  all  the  holy 

Proclaim,  u  The  Lord  is  come." 


850.  10s.  Dwight. 

Israel  siiall  ee  glad.  — Ps.  53  :  6. 

Lord  of  all  worlds,  incline  Thy  bounteous  ear, 
Thy  children's  voice  with  tender  mercy  hear ; 
Bear  Thy  blest  promise,  fixed  as  hills,  in  mind, 
And  shed  renewing  Lrrace  on  lost  mankind ; 
O,  let  Thy  Spirit  like  soft  dews  descend, 
Thy  gospel  run  to  earth's  remotest  end. 
592 


MISSIONS. 

2.  Let  Zion's  walls  before  Thee  cc  -and. 
Dear  as  Thine  eye.  and  graven  on  Thy  hand  ; 
From  earth's  far  regions  Jacob's 

Oppressed  by  man  and  scourged  by  TIi'-<j  no  more; 

Enriched  with  gold,  adorned  with  beavenl; 

Truth  their  sole  guide,  and  all  their  pleasure  praise. 

3.  Then  Satan's  kingdom  shall  from  earth  retire. 
Dead  forms  dissolve,  and  furious  zeal  expire ; 
The  Beast's  fell  throne  shall  darkness  dire  surround, 
Mohammed's  empire  crumble  to  the  ground ; 

The  dreams  of  infidels  in  smoke  decay. 
And  all  the  foes  of  Heaven  shall  fleet  away. 

4.  In  barren  wilds  shall  living  waters  spring. 
Fair  temples  rise,  and  songs  of  transport  ring; 
The  savage  mind  with  sweet  affection  warm. 
And  light  and  love  the  yielding  bosom  charm ; 
From  sin's  oblivious  sleep  the  soul  arise. 

And  grace  and  goodness  shower  from  balmy  skies. 

5.  Then  shall  mankind  no  more  in  darkness  mourn, 
Then  happy  nations  in  a  day  be  born  ; 

From  east  to  west  Thy  glorious  name  be  one, 
And  one  pure  worship  hail  the  eternal  Son ; 
Remotest  realms  one  spotless  faith  unite, 
And  o'er  all  regions  beam  the  gospel's  light. 

851.  7s  &  £>s.  Poiteot. 

All  waxiowe  n  Hol-PIl  ~2  1 11. 

1.  Where  Stamboul's  towers  are  gleaming, 
With  crescent  lifted  high. 
The  cross  of  Christ  is  beaming, 

Amid  the  eastern  sky  ; 
O'er  Persia's  lake  is  rising 

The  bright  and  morning  star, 
Winch,  in  their  hearts  adoring, 
••  The  wise  men  "  saw  afar. 
38  593 


THE    CHURCH. 

'Mid  Afric's  sands,  sweet  fountains 

In  living  freshness  flow  ; 
On  India's  plains  and  mountains 

The  tree  of  life  doth  grow ; 
Old  China,  too,  is  rising, 

God's  mercy  to  adore, 
And  beauteous  isles  are  shouting, 

"  Jesus  forevermore  ! " 

The  mighty  God  is  coming ; 

Lift  high  the  sacred  song ; 
Earth's  jubilee's  approaching; 

The  tidings  roll  along; 
Go,  spread  the  blissful  story 

Wherever  man  is  found, 
Till  Jesus  reigns  in  glory 

The  ransomed  world  around. 


852.  7s.  Pratt's  Coll. 

Kino  of  kings,  and  Lord  of  lords.  — Rev.  19  :  16. 

1.  Wake  the  song  of  jubilee  ; 
Let  it  echo  o'er  the  sea ; 

Now  is  come  the  promised  hour ; 
Jesus  reigns  with  sovereign  power. 

2.  All  ye  nations,  join  and  sing, 

"  Christ  of  lords  and  kings  is  King ; " 
Let  it  sound  from  shore  to  shore, 
"Jesus  reigns  forevermore." 

3.  Now  the  desert  lands  rejoice, 
And  the  islands  join  their  voice ; 
Yea,  the  whole  creation  sings, 

"  Jesus  is  the  King  of  kings." 
594 


MISSIONS. 

853.  8s,  7s,  &  4.         Pratt's  Coll. 

Toe  Lord  hath  made  k>'ow>-  ilis  salvatiox.  —  Ps.  86  :  2. 

1.  Songs  anew  of  honor  framing, 
Sing  ye  to  the  Lord  alone ; 
All  His  wondrous  works  proclaiming; 
Jesus  wondrous  works  hath  done ; 

Glorious  victory 
His  right  hand  and  arm  have  won. 


2.  Now  He  bids  His  great  salvation 

Through  the  heathen  lands  be  told ; 
Tidings  spread  through  every  nation, 
And  His  acts  of  grace  unfold ; 

All  the  heathen 
Shall  His  righteousness  behold. 


Shout  aloud,  and  hail  the  Saviour ; 

Jesus,  Lord  of  all,  proclaim ; 
As  ye  triumph  in  His  favor, 

All  ye  lands  declare  His  fame ; 
Loud  rejoicing, 

Shout  the  honors  of  His  name. 


854.  C.  M.  Gibbons. 

Light  uxto  the  people,  akd  to  the  Gextiles.  — Acts  26 :  23. 

1.  Great  God,  the  nations  of  the  earth 
Are  by  creation  Thine ; 
And  in  Thy  works,  by  all  beheld, 
Thine  obvious  glories  shine. 
595 


THE    CHURCH. 

2.  But,  Lord,  Thy  greater  love  hath  sent 

Thy  gospel  to  mankind, 
Unveiling  what  rich  stores  of  grace 
Are  treasured  in  Thy  mind. 

3.  Lord,  when  shall  these  glad  tidings  spread 

The  spacious  earth  around, 
Till  every  tribe  and  every  soul 
Shall  hear  the  joyful  sound? 

4.  Smile,  Lord,  on  each  divine  attempt 

To  spread  the  gospel's  rays. 
And  build  on  sin's  demolished  throne 
The  temples  of  Thy  praise. 


DOXOLOGT. 

To  Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost, 
One  God,  whom  we  adore. 

Be  glory,  as  it  was,  is  now, 
And  shall  be  evermore. 


855.  l.  m. 

I  WILL  PUBLISH   THE   XAME   OF  THE  LORD.  —  Dent  32:  3. 

1.  Ye  Christian  heralds,  go.  proclaim 
Salvation  through  Immanuel's  name; 
To  distant  climes  the  tidings  bear, 
And  plant  the  Eose  of  Sharon  there. 

2.  He'll  shield  you  with  a  wall  of  fire, 
With  flaming  zeal  your  breasts  inspire, 
Bid  raging  winds  their  fury  cease, 
And  hush  the  tempest  into  peace. 

596 


MISSIONS. 

3.  And  when  your  labors  all  are  o'er, 
Then  we  shall  meet  to  part  no  more  ; 
Meet  with  the  blood-bought  throng,  to  fall, 
And  crown  our  Jesus  Lord  of  all. 

856.  7s  &  6s.        Pratt's  Coll. 

MV   PRESENCE    SHALL   GO   \XITU   TIIEE.  — Ex.  33:  14. 

1.  Roll  on,  thou  mighty  ocean  ; 

And,  as  thy  billows  How, 
Bear  messengers  of  mercy 

To  every  land  below. 
Arise,  ye  gales,  and  waft  them 

Safe  to  the  destined  shore, 
That  man  may  sit  in  darkness 

And  death's  black  shade  no  more. 

2.  0  Thou  eternal  Ruler, 

Who  holdest  in  Thine  arm 
The  tempests  of  the  ocean, 

Protect  them  from  all  harm  : 
Thy  presence  e'er  be  with  them, 

Wherever  they  may  be. 
Though  far  from  us,  who  love  them, 

Still  let  them  be  with  Thee. 

857.  7s.  Marsdex. 

GO  TE   I>*TO  ALL  THE  WORLD,  AND  PREACH  THE  GOSPEL  TO  EVERT  CREATURE. 

Mark  16  :  15. 

1.  Go,  ye  messengers  of  God, 

Like  the  beams  of  morning,  fly ; 
Take  the  wonder-working  rod, 
Wave  the  banner-cross  on  hi^h. 

2.  Where  the  aspirant  minaret 

Gleams  along  the  morning  skies, 
>\  ave  it  till  the  crescent  set. 
And  the  u  Star  of  Jacob  "  rise. 

597 


the  cnuRcn. 

Go,  to  many  a  tropic  isle, 
In  the  bosom  of  the  deep, 

Where  the  skies  forever  smile, 
And  the  oppressed  forever  weep. 

O'er  the  negro's  night  of  care, 
Pour  the  living  light  of  heaven  ; 

Chase  away  the  fiend  despair, 
Bid  him  hope  to  be  forgiven. 

"Where  the  golden  gates  of  day 
Open  on  the  palmy  East, 

Wide  the  bleeding  cross  display, 
Spread  the  gospel's  richest  feast. 

Circumnavigate  the  ball, 
Visit  every  soil  and  sea, 

Preach  the  cross  of  Christ  to  all ; 
Jesus'  love  is  full  and  free. 


858.  8s,  7s,  &  4.  Kelly. 

Cby  aloud,  spaee  KOT.  — 19.  58:  1. 

1.  Men  of  God,  go  take  your  stations  ; 

Darkness  reigns  throughout  the  earth ; 
Go,  proclaim  among  the  nations 
Joyful  news  of  heavenly  birth  : 

Bear  the  tidings 
Of  the  Saviour's  matchless  worth. 

2.  Of  His  gospel  not  ashamed, 

As  the  power  of  God  to  save, 
Go  where  Christ  was  never  named, 
Publish  freedom  to  the  slave  — 

Blessed  freedom  ! 
Freedom  Zion's  children  have. 
598 


MISSIONS. 

3.  "When  exposed  to  fearful  dangers, 
Jesus  will  His  own  defend  ; 
Borne  afar  'raid  foes  and  strangers, 
Jesus  will  appear  your  Friend  ; 

And  His  presence 
Shall  be  with  you  to  the  end. 


859.  L.  M.  Balfour. 

GO   YB    THEREFORE    AXD   TEACH   ALL   >*ATI  0>"  S.  —  Matt.  28:  19. 

1.  Go,  messenger  of  peace  and  love. 

To  nations  plunged  in  shades  of  night ; 
Like  angels  sent  from  fields  above, 
Be  thine  to  shed  celestial  light. 

2.  Go,  to  the  hungry  food  impart. 

To  paths  of  peace  the  wanderer  guide, 
And  lead  the  thirsty,  panting  heart 
Where  streams  of  living  water  glide. 

3.  Go,  bid  the  bright  and  morning  Star 

From  Bethlehem's  plains  resplendent  shine, 
And  piercing  through  the  gloom  afar, 
Shed  heavenly  light  and  love  divine. 

4.  To  India's  various  castes  proclaim 

The  gospel's  soft,  but  powerful  voice ; 
And,  at  the  blest  Redeemer's  name, 
Let  ocean's  lonely  isles  rejoice. 

5.  From  north  to  south,  from  east  to  west, 

Messiah  yet  shall  reign  supreme  ; 
His  name  by  every  tongue  confessed. 
His  praise  the  universal  theme. 
599 


THE    CHURCH. 

860.  8s,  7s,  &  4.         S.  F.  Smith. 

Fabewell.  — Acts  18:  21. 

1.  Yes,  my  native  land,  I  love  thee  ; 

All  thy  scenes,  I  love  them  well ; 
Friends,  connections,  happy  country, 
Can  I  bid  you  all  farewell  ? 

Can  I  leave  you, 
Far  in  heathen  lands  to  dwell  ? 

2.  Home,  thy  joys  are  passing  lovely  — 

Joys  no  stranger-heart  can  tell ; 

Happy  home,  indeed  I  love  thee  ; 

Can  I,  can  I  say,  "  Farewell "  ? 

Can  I  leave  thee, 

.  Far  in  heathen  lands  to  dwell  ? 

3.  Scenes  of  sacred  peace  and  pleasure, 

Holy  days  and  Sabbath  bell, 
Richest,  brightest,  sweetest  treasure, 
Can  I  say  a  last  farewell  ? 

Can  I  leave  you, 
Far  in  heathen  lands  to  dwell  ? 

4.  Yes,  I  hasten  from  you  gladly  — 

From  the  scenes  I  loved  so  well ; 
Far  away,  ye  billows,  bear  me  ; 
Lovely,  native  land,  farewell ; 

Pleased  I  leave  thee, 
Far  in  heathen  lands  to  dwell. 

5.  In  the  deserts  let  me  labor ; 

On  the  mountains  let  me  tell 
How  He  died  —  the  blessed  Saviour  — 
To  redeem  a  world  from  hell ; 

Let  me  hasten, 
Far  in  heathen  lands  to  dwell. 
600 


MISSIONS. 

G.  Bear  me  on,  thou  restless  ocean  ; 
Let  the  winds  my  canvas  BweU : 
Heaves  my  heart  with  warm  emotion, 
While  I  go  far  hence  to  dwell ; 

Glad  I  bid  thee, 
Native  land,  farewell,  farewell. 

861.  L.  It  Watts. 

He  shall  reign  forever  a>*d  ever.  —  Rev.  H  :  15. 

1.  Let  the  seventh  angel  sound  on  high. 
Let  shouts  be  heard  through  all  the  sky ; 
Kings  of  the  earth,  with  glad  accord 
Give  up  your  kingdoms  to  the  Lord. 

2.  Almighty  God,  Thy  power  assume, 
Who  wast,  and  art,  and  art  to  come  ; 
Jesus,  the  Lamb,  who  once  was  slain, 
Forever  live,  forever  reign. 

862.  7s  <fc  6s.  Lyte. 

O  THAT  THE   SALTATIOX  OF  ISRAEL  WERE    COME   OUT  OF  ZlON.  — Ps.  14  :  i 

1.  O  that  the  Lord's  salvation 

Were  out  of  Zion  come, 
To  heal  His  ancient  nation. 

To  lead  His  outcasts  home ! 
How  long  the  holy  city 

Shall  heathen  feet  profane  ! 
Return,  O  Lord,  in  pity  : 

Rebuild  her  walls  a  sain. 

2.  Let  fall  Thy  rod  of  terror, 

Thy  saving  grace  impart ; 
Roll  back  the  veil  of  error, 
Release  the  fettered  heart ; 
601 


THE   CHURCH. 

Let  Israel,  home  returning, 

Their  lost  Messiah  see  ; 
Give  oil  of  joy  ibr  mourning 

And  bind  Thy  church  to  Thee. 

863.  L.  M.  Merrick. 

"Wilt  Tnou  yor  revive  us  again*  ?  — Ps.  85  :  6. 

1.  Arise,  great  God,  and  let  Thy  grace 
Shed  its  glad  beams  on  Jacob's  race  ; 
Restore  the  long-lost,  scattered  band ; 
Recall  them  to  their  native  land. 

2.  Their  miseiy  let  Thy  mercy  heal, 
Their  trespass  hide,  their  pardon  seal ; 
O  God  of  Israel,  hear  our  prayer, 
And  grant  them  still  Thy  love  to  share. 

3.  How  long  shall  Jacob's  offspring  prove 
The  sad  suspension  of  Thy  love  ? 
Lord,  shall  Thy  wrath  perpetual  burn  ? 
And  wilt  Thou  ne'er,  appeased,  return  ? 

4.  Thy  quickening  Spirit  now  impart, 
And  wake  to  joy  each  grateful  heart, 
While  Israel's  rescued  tribes  in  Thee 
Their  bliss  and  full  salvation  see. 

864.  8s,  7s,  &  4.       Pratt's  Coll. 

The  house  of  Jacob  shall  possess  their  possessions.  — Ob.  17. 

1.  May  the  glorious  day  of  promise 

Come,  and  spread  its  cheerful  ray, 
When  the  scattered  sheep  of  Israel 
Shall  no  longer  go  astray, 

When  hosannas 
With  united  voice  they  cry. 
602 


HISSION9. 

2.  Lord,  how  long  wilt  Thou  be  angry? 
Shall  Thy  wrath  forever  bom? 

Rise  ;  redeem  Thine  ancient  pe<<; 
Their  transgressions  from  them  turn. 
King  of  Israel] 

Come  and  set  Thy  people  free. 

865.  L.  31.  Epis.  Coll. 

Hi  SHALL  SET  UP  A>"  EyS!:.V  rOK  Tr.Z    NATION'S.  AVj  SHALL  ASSZHZLZ  TE2 
OUTCASTS  OF  ISF.AZL.  —  Ii.U  :  12. 

1.  Lord,  visit  Thy  forsaken  race ; 

Back  to  the  fold  the  wanderers  bring ; 
Teach  them  to  seek  Thy  slighted  grace. 
And  hail  in  Christ  their  promised  King. 

2.  The  veil  of  darkness  rend  in  twain 

Which  hides  their  Shiloh's  glorious  light ; 
The  severed  olive  branch  again 
Firm  to  its  parent  stock  unite. 

3.  Hail,  glorious  day  !  expected  long  ! 

When  Jew  and  Greek  one  prayer  shall  pour, 
"With  eager  feet  one  temple  throng. 
With  grateful  praise  one  God  adore. 

866.  L.  If.  Pratt's  Coll. 

We  hanged  oub  harps  upon  the  billows.  —  Ps.  V.7  i  2. 

1.  Why,  on  the  bending  willows  hung. 

Israel,  still  sleeps  thy  tuneful  string  ? 
Still  mute  remains  thy  sullen  long 
And  Zion's  song  Seines  to  sing  ? 

2.  Awake  :  thy  sweetest  raptures  raise  : 

Let  harp  and  voice  unite  their  strains : 
Thy  promised  Kimr  His  sceptre  sways ; 
Jesus,  thine  own  Messiah  rc:_ 
603 


THE    CHURCH. 

3.  No  taunting  foes  the  song  require  ; 

No  strangers  mock  thy  captive  chain ; 
But  friends  provoke  the  silent  lyre, 
And  brethren  ask  the  holy  strain. 

4.  By  foreign  streams  no  longer  roam ; 

Nor,  weeping,  think  of  Jordan's  flood : 
In  every  clime  behold  a  home ; 
In  every  temple  see  thy  God. 

867.  L.  M.        Tate  &  Brady. 

We  vtept  when  -we  eemembeeed  Ziox.  —  Ps.  137  : 1. 

1.  "When  we,  our  weary  limbs  to  rest, 

Sat  down  by  proud  Euphrates'  stream, 
"We  wept,  with  doleful  thoughts  oppressed, 
And  Zion  was  our  mournful  theme. 

2.  Our  harps,  that,  when  with  joy  we  sung, 

Were  wont  their  tuneful  parts  to  bear, 
"With  silent  strings,  neglected  hung 
On  willow  trees,  that  withered  there. 

3.  How  shall  we  tune  our  voice  to  sing, 

Or  touch  our  harps  with  skilful  hands  ? 
Shall  hymns  of  joy,  to  God  our  King, 
Be  sung  by  slaves  in  foreign  lands  ? 

4.  O  Salem,  our  once  happy  seat, 

"When  I  of  thee  forgetful  prove, 
Let  then  my  trembling  hand  forget 
The  speaking  strings  with  art  to  move. 

5.  If  I  to  mention  thee  forbear, 

Eternal  silence  seize  my  tongue, 
Or  if  I  sing  one  cheerful  air 
Till  thy  deliverance  is  my  song. 
604 


MISSIONS. 

868.  C.  P.  M.  Ens.  Coll. 

The  wilderness  and  the  solitaey  place  shall  ce  glad  for  them. 

Is.  85 : 1. 

1.  When,  Lord,  to  this  our  western  land, 
Led  by  Thy  providential  hand, 

Our  wandering  fathers  came, 
Their  ancient  homes,  their  friends  in  youth, 
Sent  forth  the  heralds  of  Thy  truth, 

To  keep  them  in  Thy  name. 

2.  Then,  through  our  solitary  coast, 
The  desert  features  soon  were  lost, 

Thy  temples  there  arose ; 
Our  shores,  as  culture  made  them  fair, 
Were  hallowed  by  Thy  rites,  by  prayer, 

And  blossomed  as  the  rose. 

3.  And  O,  may  we  repay  this  debt 
To  regions  solitary  yet 

Within  our  spreading  land ; 
There,  brethren,  from  our  common  home, 
Still  westward,  like  our  fathers,  roam, 

Still  guided  by  Thy  hand. 

4.  Saviour,  we  own  this  debt  of  love ; 

0,  shed  Thy  Spirit  from  above, 
To  move  each  Christian  breast, 

Till  heralds  shall  Thy  truth  proclaim, 
And  temples  rise,  to  fix  Thy  name 
Through  all  our  desert  west. 

869.  8s  &  7s. 

He  shall  hate  dominion*  also  from  sea  to  sea.  —  Ps.  72  :  S. 

1.  "Where  the  wilderness  is  lying, — 

And  the  trees  of  ages  nod, 
Westward  in  the  desert  crying, 
Make  a  highway  for  our  God,  — 
605 


TIIE    CHURCH. 

2.  Westward  till  the  church  be  kneeling 

In  the  forest  aisles  so  dim, 
And  the  wild  wood's  arches  pealing 
With  the  people's  holy  hymn. 

3.  Westward  still,  O  Lord,  in  glory 

Be  Thy  bannered  cross  unfurled, 
Till  from  vale  and  mountain  hoary 
Rolls  the  anthem  round  the  world. 

4.  Reign,  O,  reign  o'er  every  nation ; 

Reign,  Redeemer,  Father,  King ; 
And  with  songs  of  Thy  salvation 
Let  the  wide  creation  ring. 


870.  7s  &  6s. 

The  wastes  shall  be  builded.  —  Ezek.  36  :  33. 

1.  Our  country's  voice  is  pleading; 

Ye  men  of  God,  arise ; 
His  Providence  is  leading ; 

The  land  before  you  lies. 
Day  gleams  are  o'er  it  brightening, 

And  promise  clothes  the  soil ; 
Wide  fields,  for  harvest  whitening, 

Invite  the  reaper's  toil. 

2.  Where  prairie  flowers  are  blooming, 

Plant  Sharon's  fairer  Rose, 
The  farthest  wilds  illuming 

With  light  that  ever  glows. 
To  each  lone  forest  ranger 

The  word  of  life  unseal ; 
To  every  exile  stranger 

Its  saving  truths  reveal. 
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SEAMEN. 

3.  The  love  of  Christ  unfolding, 

Speed  forth  from  east  to  west, 
Till  all  His  cross  beholding, 

In  Him  are  fully  blessed. 
Great  Author  of  salvation, 

Haste,  haste  the  glorious  day 
When  we.  a  ransomed  nation, 

Thy  sceptre  shall  obey. 

871.  C.  1£  Livermore. 

Hz   SHALL  EE   AS   THE   LIGHT   OF   THE   MOP.X ING.  —  2  Sam.  23  :  <L 

1.  Our  pilgrim  brethren  dwelling  far, 

O  God  of  truth  and  love, 
Light  Thou  their  path  with  Thine  own  Star, 
Bright  beaming  from  above. 

2.  "Wide  as  their  mighty  rivers  flow, 

Let  Thine  own  truth  extend ; 
"Where  prairies  spread,  and  forests  grow, 
O  Lord,  Thy  gospel  send. 

3.  Then  will  a  mighty  nation  own 

A  union  firm  and  strong; 
The  sceptre  of  the  eternal  throne 
Shall  rule  its  councils  lon^r. 


THE   CHURCH.  —  SEAMEN. 
872.  L.  31.  Watts. 

He  maketh  the  stoem  a  calm.  —  Ps.  107  :  29. 

1.  Would  you  behold  the  works  of  God, 
His  wonders  in  the  world  abroad, 
Go  with  the  mariners,  and  trace 
The  unknown  regions  of  the  seas. 
607 


THE    CIIL'KCII. 

They  leave  their  native  shores  behind, 
And  seize  the  favor  of  the  wind ; 

Till  God  commands,  and  tempests  rise, 
That  heave  the  ocean  to  the  skies. 

When  land  is  far,  and  death  is  nigh, 
Lost  to  all  hope,  to  God  they  cry ; 
His  mercy  hears  their  loud  address, 
And  sends  salvation  in  distress. 

He  bids  the  winds  their  wrath  assuage, 
The  furious  waves  forget  their  rage  ; 
?Tis  calm ;  and  sailors  smile  to  see 
The  haven  where  they  wished  to  be. 

O,  may  the  sons  of  men  record 
The  wondrous  goodness  of  the  Lord ; 
Let  them  their  private  offerings  bring, 
And  in  the  church  His  glory  sing. 


873.  8s  &  7s. 

He  -was  ix  tiie  hixdee  taet  op  the  sinr,  asleep  ox  a  pillow. 

Mark  4  :  38. 

1.  Tossed  upon  life's  raging  billow, 

Sweet  it  is,  O  Lord,  to  know 
Thou  didst  press  a  sailor's  pillow, 

And  canst  feel  a  sailor's  woe. 
Never  slumbering,  never  sleeping. 

Though  the  night  be  dark  and  drear, 
Thou  the  faithful  watch  art  keeping, 

••  All.  all's  well,"  Thy  constant  cheer. 

'2.  And  though  loud  the  wind  is  howling, 

Fierce  though  flash  the  lightnings  red, 
Darkly  though  the  storm  cloud's  scowling 
O'er  the  sailor's  anxious  head, 
608 


SEAMEX. 

Thou  canst  calm  the  raging  ocean, 
All  its  noise  and  tumult  still. 

Hush  the  tempest's  wild  commotion, 
At  the  bidding  of  Thy  will. 

3.  Thus  my  heart  the  hope  will  cherish, 

While  to  Thee  I  lift  mine  eye, 
Thou  wilt  save  me  ere  I  perish  ; 

Thou  wilt  hear  the  sailor's  cry  ; 
And  though  mast  and  sail  be  riven. 

Life's  short  voyage  will  soon  be  o'er ; 
Safely  moored  in  heaven's  wide  haven, 

Storm  and  tempest  vex  no  more. 


874.  C.  31.  Watts, 

His  woxdees  i>*  the  deep.  —  Vs.  107  :  24. 

1.  Thy  works  of  glory,  mighty  Lord, 

Thy  wonders  in  the  deeps. 
The  sons  of  courage  shall  record, 
Who  trade  in  floating  ships. 

2.  At  Thy  command  the  winds  arise. 

And  swell  the  towering  waves  ; 
The  men,  astonished,  mount  the  skies, 
And  sink  in  gaping  graves. 

3.  Sailors  rejoice  to  lose  their  fears, 

And  see  the  storm  allayed  ; 
2sow  to  their  eyes  the  port  appears  ; 
There  let  their  vows  be  paid. 

4.  0  that  the  sons  of  men  would  praise 

The  goodness  of  the  Lord, 
And  those  who  see  Thy  wondrous  ways 
Thy  wondrous  love  record. 
39  609 


875. 


THE    CHURCn. 


7s. 


C.  Wesley. 


Lord,  save  me.  —  Matt.  14  :  30. 


1.  Lord,  whom  winds  and  seas  obey, 
Guide  us  through  the  watery  way ; 
In  the  hollow  of  Thy  hand 
Hide,  and  bring  us  safe  to  land. 

2.  Keep  the  souls  whom  now  we  leave ; 
Bid  them  to  each  other  cleave  ; 

Bid  them  walk  on  life's  rough  sea ; 
Bid  them  come  by  faith  to  Thee. 

S.  Save,  till  all  these  tempests  end, 
All  who  on  Thy  love  depend ; 
Waft  our  happy  spirits  o'er ; 
Land  us  on  the  heavenly  shore. 


876. 


/s. 


Montgomery. 


SC    HE  BRI>rGETII  THEM  UNTO  THEIR  DESIRED  nAVEN.  —  Ps.  107  :  30. 

1.  They  that  toil  upon  the  deep, 

And  in  vessels  light  and  frail 
O'er  the  mighty  waters  sweep, 

With  the  billow  and  the  gale, 
Mark  what  wonders  God  performs, 

When  He  speaks,  and,  unconfined, 
Rush  to  battle  all  His  storms, 

In  the  chariots  of  the  wind. 


2.  Up  to  heaven  their  bark  is  whirled, 
On  the  mountain  of  the  wave ; 
Down  as  suddenly  'tis  hurled 

To  the  abysses  of  the  grave ; 
To  and  fro  they  reel,  they  roll, 

As  intoxicate  witli  wine ; 
Terrors  paralyze  their  soul, 

Helm  they  quit  and  hope  resign. 
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SEAM  EX. 

3.  Then  unto  the  Lord  they  cry : 

He  inclines  a  gracious  car  ; 
Sends  deliverance  from  on  high, 

Rescues  them  from  all  their  fear : 
O  that  men  would  praise  the  Lord, 

For  His  goodness  to  their  race, 
For  the  wonders  of  His  word. 

And  the  riches  of  His  grace  ! 

877.  12s.  Heeer. 

Lord,  sate  us  :  we  perish.  —  Matt.  S  :  25. 

1.  When  through  the  torn  sail  the  wild  tempest  is 

streaming. 
When  o'er  the    dark   wave  the   red    lightning    is 

gleaming. 
Nor  hope  lends  a  ray,  the  poor  seaman  to  cherish, 
We  fly  to  our  Maker,  —  Help,  Lord,  or  we  pefish  ! 

2.  0  Jesus,  once  tossed  on  the  breast  of  the  billow. 
Aroused  by  the  shriek  of  despair  from  Thy  pillow, 
Now  seated  in  glory,  the  mariner  cherish. 

Who  cries,  in  his  danger,  Help,  Lord,  or  we  perish  ! 

3.  And,  O,  when  the  whirlwind  of  passion  is  raging, 
"When  hell  in  our  hearts  his  wild  warfare  is  waging, 
Arise  in  Thy  strength.  Thy  redeemed  to  cherish : 
Eebuke  the  destroyer,  —  Help,  Lord,  or  we  perish  ! 

878,  8s,  7  &  4. 

The  Star  wincn  tiiey  saw  in*  the  east  wext  eefoee.—  Mart.  2  \  :J. 

1.  Star  of  Peace,  to  wanderers  weary. 
Bright  the  beams  that  smile  on  me  ; 
Cheer  the  pilot's  vision  dreary, 
Far,  far  at  sea. 
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THE    CHURCH. 

2.  Star  of  Hope  !     Gleam  on  the  billow, 

Bless  the  soul  that  sighs  for  Thee; 
Bless  the  sailor's  lonely  pillow, 
Far,  far  at  sea. 

3.  Star  of  Faith  !     When  winds  are  mocking 

All  his  toil,  he  flies  to  Thee ; 

Save  him,  on  the  billows  rocking, 

Far,  far  at  sea. 

4.  Star  divine  !     0  safely  guide  him, 

Bring  the  wanderer  home  to  Thee ; 
Sore  temptations  long  have  tried  him. 
Far,  far  at  sea. 


879.  C.  M.        Madax's  Coll. 

TOEV   THAT   -UTP.E   I>"  THE   SHIP  CAME   A>"D   WORSHIPPED  HlM.  —  Matt.  14:  33. 

1.  Our  little  bark,  on  boisterous  seas. 

By  cruel  tempests  tossed, 
Without  one  cheerful  beam  of  hope, 
Expecting  to  be  lost,  — 

2.  TTe  to  the  Lord,  in  humble  prayer. 

Breathed  out  our  sad  distress  ; 
Though  feeble,  yet  with  contrite  hearts, 
We  begged  return  of  peace. 

o.  Then  ceased  the  stormy  winds  to  blow ; 
The  surges  ceased  to  roll ; 
And  soon  again  a  placid  sea 
Spoke  comfort  to  the  soul. 

4.  0.  may  our  grateful,  trembling  hearts 
Their  hallelujahs  sing 
To  Him  who  hath  our  lives  preserved.  — 
Our  Saviour  and  our  King. 
612 


SEAMEN. 

880.  c.  m 

TnEKE   IS    SORROW   OX   THE    SEA. -Jor.  49:  A 

1.  Not  iii  the  churchyard  shall  he  sleep, 

Amid  the  silent  gloom  ; 
His  home  was  on  the  mighty  deep, 
And  there  shall  be  his  tomb. 

2.  He  loved  his  own  bright,  deep  blue  sea ; 

O'er  it  he  loved  to  roam  : 
And  now  his  winding  sheet  shall  be 
That  same  bright  ocean's  foam. 

3.  Xo  village  bell  shall  toll  for  him 

Its  mournful,  solemn  dirge  ; 
The  winds  shall  chant  a  requiem 
To  him  beneath  the  surge. 

4.  For  him  break  not  the  grassy  turf, 

Nor  turn  the  dewy  sod ; 
His  dust  shall  rest  beneath  the  surf, 
His  spirit  with  its  God. 


881.  L.  M. 

The  aeuxdaxce  of  the  sea  shall  be  converted  uxto  Thee.  —  Is.  BO:  5, 

1.  Grant  the  abundance  of  the  sea 
May  be  converted.  Lord,  to  Thee, 
And  every  sailor  on  the  shore 
Return  to  God.  to  roam  no  more. 

2.  The  nations,  then,  with  joy  shall  hail 
The  Bethel  flag  in  every  sail : 

And  every  ship  that  ploughs  the  sea 
A  gospel  messenger  shall  be. 
613 


THE    CHURCH. 


3.  Hasten,  O  Lord,  that  glorious  day 
When  seamen  shall  Thy  word  obey, 
And  safe  from  port  to  port  be  driven 
To  point  a  ruined  world  to  heaven. 


THE    CHURCH. —PARENTS  AND 
CHILDREN. 

882.  S.  M.  Beddome. 

I>r  ALL   TIIY  WAYS   ACKNOWLEDGE    HlM.  — PrOV.  3:  6. 

1.  In  all  my  ways,  0  God, 

I  would  acknowledge  Thee, 
And  seek  to  keep  my  heart  and  house 
From  all  pollution  free. 

2.  Where'er  I  have  a  tent, 

An  altar  will  I  raise ; 
And  thither  my  oblations  bring, 
Of  humble  prayer  and  praise. 

0.  Could  I  my  wish  obtain, 

My  household,  Lord,  should  be 
Devoted  to  Thyself  alone, 
A  dwelling  place  for  Thee. 

883.  7s.  Collyek. 

And  tiiey  shall  be  one  flesh.  — Gen.  2  :  24. 

1.  Father  of  the  human  race, 
Sanction  with  Thy  heavenly  grace 
What  on  earth  hath  now  been  done, 
That  these  twain  be  truly  one. 

614 


PARENTS    AND    CHILDREN. 

2.  One  in  sickness  and  in  health, 
One  in  poverty  and  wraith. 
And,  as  year  rolls  after  year, 
Each  to  other  still  more  dear. 

3.  One  in  purpose,  one  in  heart, 
Till  the  mortal  stroke  shall  part ; 
One  in  cheerful  piety, 

One  forever,  Lord,  with  Thee. 

Doxology. 

Sing  we  to  our  God  above, 
Praise  eternal  as  His  love ; 
Praise  Him,  all  ye  heavenly  host, 
Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost. 


884.  S.  SL  Watts. 

Theee  the  Loeo  COMMAXDED  IHE  BLESSiyO.  —  P3.  133  :  3. 

1.  Blessed  are  the  sons  of  peace, 

Whose  hearts  and  hopes  are  one  ; 
Whose  kind  designs  to  serve  and  please 
Through  all  their  actions  run. 

2.  Blessed  is  the  pious  house 

Where  zeal  and  friendship  meet ; 
Their  songs  of  praise,  their  mingled  vows, 
Make  their  communion  sweet. 

3.  Thus  on  the  heavenly  hills 

The  saints  are  blessed  above, 
Where  joy  like  morning  dew  distils, 
And  all  the  air  is  love. 
615 


THE    CHURCH. 

885.  L.  M.  Bacox. 

To  Abraham  and  nis  seed  were  the  promises  made.  — Gal.  3:  1C 

1.  0  God  of  Abraham,  ever  sure 

The  mercies  of  Thy  covenant  stand ; 
And  still  Thy  saints,  in  Thee  secure, 
May  leave  their  offspring  in  Thy  hand. 

2.  Thou  Shepherd  of  Thine  Israel,  tend 

Our  children,  as  Thy  lambs,  in  love ; 
From  peril  all  their  paths  defend, 
And  bring  them  to  Thy  fold  above. 

3.  Should  they  their  covenant  God  forsake, 

Then  Thou,  our  God,  forsake  them  not ; 
Thy  mercy  let  them  still  partake, 
Nor  be  Thy  promises  forgot. 

4.  Let  not  Thy  wrath  against  them  burn ; 

Behold  the  seal  that  marks  them  Thine ; 
Thy  power  the  wayward  heart  can  turn  ; 
O,  turn  their  hearts  by  power  divine. 

886.  s.  m. 

The  promise  is  unto  you  and  to  tour  children".  —  Acts  2  :  39. 

1.  Our  children  Thou  dost  claim, 

O  Lord,  our  God,  as  Thine  : 
Ten  thousand  blessings  to  Thy  name 
For  goodness  so  divine. 

2.  Thee  let  the  fathers  own, 

Thee  let  the  sons  adore ; 
Joined  to  the  Lord  in  solemn  vows, 
To  be  forgot  no  more. 
616 


PARENTS    AND    CHILDREN. 

S.  How  great  Thy  mercies.  Lord  ! 
How  plenteous  is  Thy  grace  ! 
Which,  in  the  promise  of  Thy  love, 
Includes  our  rising  race. 

4.  Our  offspring,  still  Thy  care, 

Shall  own  their  fathers'  God  ! 

To  latest  times  Thy  blessings  share, 

And  sound  Thy  praise  abroad. 


887.  7s.  Rippon's  Coll. 

THOC  SHALT  TEACH  THEM  DILIGENTLY  UXTO  THY  CHILDBE>\—  Deut.  6  :  7. 

1.  LoPvD,  assist  us  by  Thy  grace 
To  instruct  our  infant  race ; 
Grant  us  wisdom  from  above, 
Fill  us  with  a  Saviour's  love. 

2.  May  we  teach  them  day  by  day, 
In  the  house  and  by  the  way, 
"When  they  rise  and  when  they  rest, 
Till  Thy  truth  shall  make  them  blessed. 

3.  Gracious  Saviour,  hear  our  prayer  : 
We  commit  them  to  Thy  care  ; 

Be  their  Shepherd  and  their  Guide ; 
Bring  them  to  Thy  bleeding  side. 

888.  C.  M.  Watts. 

Showing  to  the  generation  to  come  the  peaises  of  the  Lord. 

Ps.  73  :  4. 

1.  Let  children  hear  the  mighty  deeds 
Which  God  performed  of  old ; 
Which  in  our  younger  years  we  saw, 
And  which  our  fathers  told. 
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THE    CHURCH. 

2.  He  bids  us  make  His  glories  known, 

His  works  of  power  and  grace ; 
And  we'll  convey  His  wonders  down 
Through  every  rising  race. 

3.  Our  lips  shall  tell  them  to  our  sons, 

And  they  again  to  theirs, 
That  generations  yet  unborn 
May  teach  them  to  their  heirs. 

4.  Thus  shall  they  learn  in  God  alone 

Their  hope  securely  stands, 
That  they  may  ne'er  forget  His  works. 
But  practise  His  commands. 


889.  7s.  Campbell's  Coll. 

He  shall  save  the  children.  —  Ps.  72:  4. 

1.  God  of  mercy,  hear  our  prayer 

For  the  children  Thou  hast  given ; 
Let  them  all  Thy  blessings  share  — 
Grace  on  earth,  and  bliss  in  heaven. 

2.  In  the  morning  of  their  days 

May  their  hearts  be  drawn  to  Thee ; 
Let  them  learn  to  lisp  Thy  praise 
In  their  earliest  infancy. 

3.  Cleanse  their  souls  from  every  stain, 

Through  the  Saviour's  precious  blood ; 
Let  them  all  be  born  again, 
And  be  reconciled  to  God. 

4.  For  this  mercy,  Lord,  we  cry ; 

Bend  Thine  ever-gracious  ear ; 
While  on  Thee  our  souls  rely, 

Hear  our  prayer  —  in  mercy,  hear. 
618 


PARENTS    AND    CHILDREN". 

890.  CM.  COAVPER. 

That  ovr  sons  may  be  as  plants  OBOWa  up  i>*  tiieir  youth. 

Ps.  144  :  12. 

1.  Bestow,  O  Lord,  upon  our  youth 

The  gift  of  saving  grace  ; 
And  let  the  seed  of  sacred  truth 
Fall  in  a  fruitful  place. 

2.  Grace  is  a  plant,  where'er  it  grows, 

Of  pure  and  heavenly  root, 
But  fairest  in  the  youngest  shows, 
And  yields  the  sweetest  fruit, 

3.  Ye  careless  ones,  0.  hear  betimes 

The  voice  of  sovereign  Love ; 
Your  youth  is  stained  with  numerous  crimes. 
But  Mercy  reigns  above. 

4.  For  you  the  public  prayer  is  made ; 

O,  join  the  public  prayer  ; 

For  you  the  secret  tear  is  shed ; 

O,  shed  yourselves  a  tear. 

891.  8s  &  7s. 

He  shall  gather  the  lamds  with  His  af.m.  —  Is.  40  :  11. 

1.  Saviour,  who  Thy  flock  art  feeding 

TVith  the  shepherd's  tenderest  care, 
All  the  feeble  gently  leading, 

TVTiile  the  lambs  Thy  bosom  share,  — 

2.  Now,  these  little  ones  receiving, 

Fold  them  in  Thy  gracious  arm : 
There,  we  know.  Thy  word  believing, 
Only  there  secure  from  harm. 
619 


the  cuuRcn. 

3.  Never,  from  Thy  pasture  roving, 
Let  them  be  the  lion's  prey ; 
Let  Thy  tenderness,  so  loving, 

Keep  them  all  life's  dangerous  way. 

892.  c.  m. 

He  took  them  up  ih  His  arms.  —  Mark  10  :  16. 

1.  Jesus,  assembled  in  Thy  name, 

We  bow  the  suppliant  knee  ; 
And,  as  the  ancient  mothers  came, 
We  bring  our  charge  to  Thee. 

2.  O  Thou  good  Shepherd  of  the  sheep, 

Who  didst  Thy  life  lay  down, 
These  objects  of  Thy  goodness  keep, 
And  guard  them  as  Thine  own. 

3.  Fold  them  within  Thy  kind  embrace, 

And  feed  them  with  Thy  love, 
Till  they  are  called  to  see  Thy  face 
In  brighter  worlds  above. 

893.  s.  m. 

Know  xnou  the  God  of  tiiy  father.  —  1  Chron.  23  :  9. 

1.  My  son,  know  thou  the  Lord; 

Thy  father's  God  obey ; 
Seek  His  protecting  care  by  night, 
His  guiding  hand  by  day. 

2.  Call  while  He  may  be  found, 

And  seek  Him  while  Jla's  near; 
Serve  Him  with  all  thy  heart  and  mind, 
And  worship  Him  in  fear. 
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PARENTS    AND    CHILDREN. 

3.  If  thou  wilt  seek  His  face, 
His  ear  will  hear  thy  cry ; 
Then  shalt  thou  find  His  mercy  sure. 
His  grace  forever  nigh. 

894.  L.  M.  Noel. 

HOXOB  THY  FATHER  AND  THY  MOTHEE.  —  Ex.  20  :  12. 

1.  To  honor  those  who  gave  us  birth, 
To  cheer  their  age,  to  feel  their  worth, 
Is  God's  command  to  human  kind, 
And  owned  by  every  grateful  mind.     \ 

2.  Think  of  her  toil,  her  anxious  care, 
Who  formed  thy  lisping  lips  to  prayer; 
To  win  for  God  the  yielding  soul, 
And  all  its  ardent  thoughts  control. 

3.  Nor  keep  from  memory's  glad  review 
The  fears  which  all  the  father  knew, 
The  joy  that  marked  his  thankful  gaze 
As  virtue  crowned  maturer  days. 

4.  God  of  our  life,  each  parent  guard, 
And  death's  sad  hour,  O,  long  retard ; 
Be  theirs  each  joy  that  gilds  the  past, 
And  heaven  our  mutual  home  at  last. 

895.  C.  M.  Watts. 

ChILDEEN,  OBEY  YOUR  PAEE5TS.  — Eph.  6  :  1. 

1.  Let  children  that  would  fear  the  Lord 
Hear  what  their  teachers  say, 
"With  reverence  meet  their  parents'  word, 
And  with  delight  obey. 
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2.  Judgments  that  fill  the  soul  with  awe 
Are  written  by  the  Lord 
For  him  that  breaks  his  father's  law 
Or  mocks  his  mother's  word. 


896.  C.  M.  Fawcett. 

My  soy,  give  Me  thine  heart.  —  Prov.  23  :  26. 

1.  Religion  is  the  chief  concern 
Of  mortals  here  below ; 
May  I  its  great  importance  learn, 
Its  sovereign  virtue  know. 

2.  Religion  should  our  thoughts  engage, 

Amid  our  youthful  bloom  ; 
'Twill  fit  us  for  declining  ao*e, 
And  for  the  awful  tomb. 

3.  O,  may  my  heart,  by  grace  subdued, 

Be  my  Redeemer's  throne ; 
And  be  my  stubborn  will  subdued 
His  government  to  own. 


897. 


L.  M. 


Watts. 


Foe  all  tiiese  things  God  will  eking  thee  into  judgment.  — Eccl.U  :  9. 

1.  Ye  sons  of  Adam,  vain  and  young, 
Indulge  your  eyes,  indulge  your  tongue, 
Taste  the  delights  your  souls  desire, 
And  give  a  loose  to  all  your  fire. 

2.  Pursue  the  pleasures  you  design, 

And  cheer  your  hearts  with  songs  and  wine, 
Enjoy  the  day  of  mirth,  but  know 
There  is  a  day  of  judgment,  too. 
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God  from  on  high  beholds  your  thoughts ; 
His  book  records  your  secret  faults  ; 

The  works  of  darkness  you  have  done 
Must  all  appear  before  the  sun. 

Almighty  God,  turn  off  their  eyes 
From  these  alluring  vanities, 
And  let  the  thunder  of  Thy  word 
Awake  their  souls  to  fear  the  Lord. 


898.  S.  M.  Fawcett. 

Wherewitii  snxLL  a  young  max  cleanse  nis  wat  ?  —  Ps.  UO :  9. 

1.  With  humble  heart  and  tongue, 

My  God,  to  Thee  I  pray  ; 
O,  make  me  learn,  while  I  am  young, 
How  I  may  cleanse  my  way. 

2.  Make  an  unguarded  youth 

The  object  of  Thy  care ; 
Help  me  to  choose  the  way  of  truth, 
Aiid  fly  from  every  snare. 

3.  My  heart,  to  folly  prone, 

Renew  by  power  divine ; 
Unite  it  to  Thyself  alone, 
And  make  me  wholly  Thine. 

4.  O,  let  Thy  word  of  grace 

My  warmest  thoughts  employ ; 
Be  this,  through  all  my  following  days, 
My  treasure  and  my  joy. 

5.  May  Thy  young  servant  learn 

By  this  to  cleanse  his  way ; 
And  may  I  here  the  path  discern 
That  leads  to  endless  day. 
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899.  C.  M.  Watt; 

Those  that  seek  Me  early  shall  fixd  Me.  —  Prov.8:  17. 

1.  Happy's  the  child  whose  tender  years 

B  jceive  instructions  well. 
Who  hates  the  sinner's  path,  and  fears 
The  road  that  leads  to  hell. 

2.  When  we  devote  our  youth  to  God, 

Tis  pleasing  in  IT-        3  : 

A  flower,  when  offered  in  the  bud. 
Is  no  vain  sacrifice. 

3.  'Tis  easier  work,  if  we  begin 

To  fear  the  Lord  betimes ; 
TThile  sinners,  who  grow  old  in  sin, 
Are  hardened  in  their  crimes. 

4.  To  Thee,  almighty  God.  to  Thee 

Our  childhood  we  resign  : 
'Twill  please  as  to  look  back  and  see 
That  our  whole  lives  were  Thine. 


900.  C.  31.  Watts. 

Old  hex  axd  ciiildee>-,  let  tiieii  peaise  the  x.-.mz  of  the  Loed. 

Ps.  145  :  Li 

1.  How  glorious  is  our  heavenly  King, 

Who  reigns  above  the  skv ! 
How  shall  a  child  presume  to  sing 
His  dreadful  majesty  ? 

2.  How  great  His  power  is  none  can  tell, 

Nor  think  how  large  His  grace ; 
Not  men  below,  nor  saints  that  dwell 
On  high  before  His  face. 
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3.  Not  angels  that  stand  round  the  Lord 

Can  .-carch  His  secret  will; 
But  they  perform  His  heavenly  word, 
And  sing  His  praises  still. 

4.  Then  let  me  join  this  holy  train, 

And  my  first  offerings  bring ; 
The  eternal  God  will  not  disdain 
To  hear  an  infant  sing. 

901.  s.  m. 

I  THY  SERVANT  FEAR  THE  LORD  FROM  MY  YOUTH. —1  Kings  13  :  12. 

1.  Sweet  is  the  time  of  spring, 

When  nature's  charms  appear ; 
The  birds  with  ceaseless  pleasure  sing, 

And  hail  the  opening  year ; 
But  sweeter  far  the  spring 

Of  wisdom  and  of  grace, 
•     When  children  bless  and  praise  their  King, 

"Who  loves  the  youthful  race. 

2.  Sweet  is  the  dawn  of  day. 

When  light  just  streaks  the  sky, 
When  shades  and  darkness  pass  away, 

And  morning's  beams  are  nigh  ; 
But  sweeter  far  the  dawn 

Of  piety  in  youth. 
When  doubt  and  darkness  are  withdrawn, 

Before  the  light  of  truth. 

3.  Sweet  is  the  early  dew 

Which  gilds  the  mountain  tops, 
And  decks  each  plant  and  flower  we  view 

With  pearly,  glittering  drops  : 
But  sweeter  far  the  scene 

On  Zion's  holy  hill. 
When  there  the  dew  of  youth  is  seen 

Its  freshness  to  distil. 
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902.  S.  M.  Watts. 

Fkom  a  child  tiiou  iiast  kxoo  TnE  IIoly  Sckiptuees.  —  2  Tim.  S :  15. 

1.  The  praises  of  my  tongue 

I  offer  to  the  Lord, 
That  I  was  taught  and  learned  so  young 
To  read  His  holy  word. 

2.  Dear  Lord,  this  book  of  Thine 

Informs  me  where  to  go 
For  grace  to  pardon  all  my  sin, 
And  make  me  holy  too. 

3.  O,  may  Thy  Spirit  teach, 

And  make  my  heart  receive 
Those  truths  which  all  Thy  servants  preach, 
And  all  Thy  saints  believe. 

4.  Then  shall  I  praise  the  Lord 

In  a  more  cheerful  strain. 
That  I  was  taught  to  read  His  word, 
And  have  not  learned  in  vain. 


903.  C.  M.  Epis.  Coll. 

My  son,  fokget  not  My  law.  —  Prov.  3  :  1. 

1.  O,  in  the  mom  of  life,  when  youth 

With  vital  ardor  glows. 
And  shines  in  all  the  fairest  charms 
That  beauty  can  disclose, 

2.  Deep  in  Thy  soul,  before  its  powers 

Are  yet  by  vice  enslaved. 
Be  thy  Creator's  glorious  name 
And  image  deep  engraved. 
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3.  True  wisdom,  early  sought  and  gained, 
In  age  will  give  thee  rest  ; 
O,  then  improve  the  morn  of  life 
To  make  its  evening  blessed. 


904.  C.  M.  Gibbons. 

Remember  xow  thy  Ceeatop.  a  the  days  of  thy  youth.  — Eccl.  12:  1. 

1.  In  the  soft  season  of  Thy  youth, 

In  nature's  smiling  bloom, 
Ere  age  arrives,  and  trembling  waits 
Its  summons  to  the  tomb,  — 

2.  Remember  thy  Creator,  God ; 

For  Him  thy  powers  employ ; 
Make  Him  thy  Fear,  thy  Love,  thy  Hope, 
Thy  Confidence  and  Joy. 

3.  He  shall  defend  and  guide  thy  course 

Through  life's  uncertain  sea, 
Till  thou  art  landed  on  the  shores 
Of  blest  eternity. 

4.  Then  seek  the  Lord  betimes,  and  choose 

The  ways  of  heavenly  truth ; 
The  earth  affords  no  lovelier  sight 
Than  a  religious  youth. 


905.  L.  M.  S.  Stennett. 

A  EEUISED  EEED   SHALL  He  XOT  EEEAK.  —  Matt.  12  :  20. 

1.  How  soft  the  words  my  Saviour  speaks ! 
How  kind  the  promises  He  makes ! 
A  bruised  reed  He  never  breaks, 

Nor  will  He  quench  the  smoking  flax. 
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2.  When  piety  in  early  minds, 

Like  tender  buds,  begins  to  shoot, 
He  guards  the  plants  from  threatening  winds, 
And  ripens  blossoms  into  fruit. 

3.  With  humble  souls  He  bears  a  part 

In  all  the  sorrows  they  endure ; 
Tender  and  gracious  is  His  heart ; 
His  promise  is  forever  sure. 


906.  6s  &  4s. 

HE   CALLETn  ni3  OWI   SHEEP  BY  XAME,  AND   LEADETII   THEM.  — John  10  :  3. 

1.  Shepherd  of  tender  youth, 
Guiding  in  love  and  truth 

Through  devious  ways, 
Christ,  our  triumphant  King, 
We  come  Thy  name  to  sing, 
And  here  our  children  bring, 

To  shout  Thy  praise. 

2.  Ever  be  Thou  our  Guide, 
Our  Shepherd  and  our  Pride, 

Our  Staff  and  Song. 
Jesus,  Thou  Christ  of  God, 
By  Thy  perennial  word, 
Lead  us  where  Thou  hast  trod ; 

Make  our  faith  strong. 

3.  So  now,  and  till  we  die, 
Sound  we  Thy  praises  high, 

And  joyful  sing. 
Infants,  and  the  glad  throng 
Who  to  the  church  belong, 
Unite,  and  swell  the  song 

To  Christ,  our  King. 
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907.  C.  M.  Heber. 

Of  srcn  is  the  kixgdom  of  God.  — Mark  10  :  11. 

1.  Br  cool  Siloam's  shady  rill, 

Plow  sweet  the  lily  grows ! 
How  sweet  the  breath  beneath  the  hill 
Of  Sharon's  dewy  rose  ! 

2.  Lo,  such  the  child  whose  early  feet 

The  paths  of  peace  have  trod ; 
"Whose  secret  heart,  with  influence  sweet, 
Is  upward  drawn  to  God. 

3.  By  cool  Siloam's  shady  rill 

The  lily  must  decay  ; 
The  rose  that  blooms  beneath  the  hill 
Must  shortly  fade  away. 

4.  And  soon,  too  soon,  the  wintry  hour 

Of  man's  maturer  age 
"Will  shake  the  soul  with  sorrow's  power, 
And  stormy  passion's  rage. 

5.  0  Thou  whose  infant  feet  were  found 

'Within  Thy  Father's  shrine. 
Whose  years,  with  changeless  virtue  crowned, 
Were  all  alike  divine,  — 

6.  Dependent  on  Thy  bounteous  breath, 

We  seek  Thy  grace  alone, 
In  childhood,  manhood,  age.  and  death, 
To  keep  us  still  Thine  own. 
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THE     CHURCH.  —  THE    SABBATH 
SCHOOL. 

908.  8a,  7s,  &  4 

God  iiATn  pomtee  to  help. —2  Chron.  25  :  8. 

1.  At  Thy  footstool,  humbly  blending 

Faith  and  hope  with  fervent  prayer, 
On  Thy  promised  help  depending, 
May  our  toils  Thy  blessing  share ; 

Great  Jehovah, 
Hear  us  ;  make  us  still  Thy  care. 

2.  Here  reveal  Thy  power  and  glory ; 

Grant  each  teacher  great  success  ; 
May  those  whom  we  teach  adore  Thee, 
And  their  Saviour  now  confess  ; 

Holy  Spirit, 
Bless  us  with  Thy  quickening  grace. 

3.  For  Thy  love  accept  this  token  ; 

We  the  young  with  truth  would  feed ; 
'Twas  for  such  Thy  heart  was  broken ; 
Thou  dost  for  them  intercede ; 

Mighty  Saviour, 
Help  us ;  'tis  Thy  cause  we  plead. 

909.  7s.  Bryant. 

That  the  God  of  our  Loud  Jesus  Christ,  the  Father  of  gloey,  mat 

GIVE    U>*TO   YOU   THE    B  PI  SOT  OF   WISDOM.— Eph.  1  :  i". 

1.  Mighty  One,  before  whose  face 

Wisdom  had  her  glorious  seat, 

When  the  orbs  that  people  space 

Sprang  to  birth  beneath  Thy  feet;  — 
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Source  of  truth,  whose  rays  alone 
Light  the  mighty  world  of  mind; 

God  of  love,  who  from  Thy  throne 
Kindly  watchest  all  mankind  ;  — 

Shed  on  those  who  in  Thy  name 
Teach  the  way  of  truth  and  right, 

Shed  that  love's  undying  flame, 
Shed  that  wisdom's  guiding  light 


910.  L.  M.  Montgomery. 

Grounded  in  love.  —  Eph.  3:  17. 

1.  Love  is  the  theme  of  saints  above  ; 

Love  be  the  theme  of  saints  below  ; 
Love  is  of  God,  for  God  is  love  ; 

With  love  let  every  bosom  glow ;  — 

2.  Love  to  each  other  —  soul,  and  mind, 

And  heart  and  hand  in  full  accord, 
Li  one  sweet  covenant  combined 
To  live  and  die  unto  the  Lord. 

3.  Christ's  little  flock  we  then  shall  feed ; 

The  lambs  we  in  our  arms  shall  bear ; 
Reclaim  the  lost,  the  feeble  lead, 

And  watch  o'er  all  in  faith  and  prayer. 

911.  CM.  Stbaphan. 

Feed  My  lambs.  — John  21 :  15. 

1.  Delightful  work,  young  souls  to  win, 
And  turn  the  rising  race 
From  the  deceitful  paths  of  sin, 
To  seek  redeeming  grace. 
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2.  Children  our  kind  protection  claim, 

And  God  will  well  approve 
When  infants  learn  to  lisp  His  name, 
And  their  Creator  love. 

3.  Be  ours  the  bliss  in  wisdom's  way 

To  guide  untutored  youth, 
And  lead  the  mind  that  went  astray 
To  virtue  and  to  truth. 

4.  Almighty  God,  Thy  influence  shed 

To  aid  this  good  design  ; 
The  honors  of  Thy  name  be  spread, 
And  all  the  glory  Thine. 

912.  L.  M. 

Jesus  called  a  little  child  unto  Him.  — Matt.  18  :2. 

1.  0  Lord,  behold,  before  Thy  throne 

A  band  of  children  lowly  bend ; 
Thy  face  we  seek,  Thy  name  we  own, 
And  pray  that  Thou  wilt  be  our  Friend. 

2.  Thou  didst  on  earth  the  young  receive, 

And  gently  fold  them  to  Thy  breast, 
And  say  that  such  in  heaven  should  live, 
Forever  safe,  forever  blessed. 

3.  Thy  Holy  Spirit's  aid  impart, 

That  He  may  teach  us  how  to  pray ; 
Make  us  sincere,  and  let  each  heart 
Delight  to  tread  in  wisdom's  way. 

4.  O,  let  Thy  grace  our  souls  renew, 

And  seal  a  sense  of  pardon  there ; 
Teach  us  Thy  will  to  know  and  do, 
And  let  us  all  Thine  image  bear. 
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913.  S.  M.  Montgomery. 

The  peepaeatiox  of  the  gostel  of  feace.  —  Eph.  G  :  15. 

1.  Within  those  walls  be  peace  ; 

Love  through  our  borders  found; 
In  all  our  little  palaces 
Prosperity  abound. 

2.  God  scorns  not  humble  things  : 

Here,  though  the  proud  despise, 
The  children  of  the  King  of  kings 
Are  training  for  the  skies. 

3.  May  none,  who  thus  are  taught, 

From  glory  be  cast  down, 
But  all,  through  faith  and  patience,  brought 
To  an  immortal  crown. 

914.  L.  M. 

OUR  HELP  IS   IH  TIIE  HAMS   OF  TIIE   LOEF.  — Ps.  124  :  S. 

1.  Assembled  in  our  school  once  more, 
O  Lord,  Thy  blessing  we  implore  : 
We  meet  to  read,  and  sing,  and  prav; 
Be  with  us,  then,  through  this  Thy  day. 

2.  Our  fervent  prayer  to  Thee  ascends 
For  parents,  teachers,  foes,  and  friends  ; 
And  when  we  in  Thy  house  appear, 
Help  us  to  worship  in  Thy  fear. 

3.  When  we  on  earth  shall  meet  no  more, 
May  we  above  to  glory  soar. 

And  praise  Thee  in  more  lofty  strains, 
"Where  one  eternal  Sabbath  reigns. 
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915.  C.    M.  DODDRIDGB. 

They  fou.vd  ITim  ix  tue  temple.  — Luke  2:  4G. 

1.  Ye  hearts,  with  youthful  vigor  warm, 

In  smiling  crowds  draw  near, 
And  turn  from  every  mortal  charm 
A  Saviour's  voice  to  hear. 

2.  He,  Lord  of  all  the  worlds  on  high, 

Stoops  to  converse  with  you, 
And  lays  His  radiant  glories  by, 
Your  friendship  to  pursue. 

0.  "  The  soul  that  longs  to  see  My  face 

Is  sure  My  love  to  gain  ; 
And  those  that  early  seek  My  grace 
Shall  never  seek  in  vain." 

4.  What  object.  Lord,  my  soul  should  move, 

If  once  compared  with  Thee  ? 
What  beauty  should  command  my  love, 
Like  what  in  Christ  I  see  ? 

5.  Away,  ye  false,  delusive  toys. 

Vain  tempters  of  the  mind  ! 
'Tis  here  I  fix  my  lasting  choice, 
And  here  true  bliss  I  Hud. 

916.  C.  M.  Montgomery. 

Thy  children-  shall  be  taught  of  the  Lokd.  —  Is.  54  :  13. 

1.  THOr  art  our  Shepherd,  glorious  God; 

Thy  little  flock  behold, 
And  guide  us  by  Thy  staff  and  rod  — 
The  children  of  Thy  fold. 
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2.  We  praise  Thy  name  that  we  were  brought 

To  this  delightful  place, 
Where  W«  are  watched,  and  warned,  and  taught, 
The  children  of  Thy  grace. 

3.  0,  may  our  friends.  Thy  servants  here, 

Meet  all  our  souls  above, 
And  they  and  we  in  heaven  appear 
.   The  children  of  Thy  love. 


917.  S.  M.  Sigourney. 

Tee  feae  of  the  Lord  is  tiie  begi>->-i>'g  of  knowledge.  —  Prov.  1 :  7 

1.  Lord,  lead  my  heart  to  learn, 

Prepare  my  ears  to  hear. 
And  let  me  useful  knowledge  seek 
In  Thy  most  holy  fear. 

2.  If  unforgiven  sin 

Within  my  bosom  lies, 
Or  evil  motives  linger  there 
To  offend  Thy  perfect  eyes,  — 

3.  Remove  them  far  away. 

Inspire  me  with  Thy  love. 
That  I  may  please  Thee  here  below, 
And  dwell  with  Thee  above. 

918.  7s.  Montgomery. 

SlXG   FORTH  THE   HOKOR  OF  HlS   XAME.  —  Ps.  G6  :  2. 

1.  Glory  to  the  Father  give  — 
God,  in  whom  we  move  and  live ; 
Children's  prayers  He  deigns  to  hear, 
Children's  songs  delight  His  ear. 
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2.  Glory  to  the  Son  we  bring  — 
Christ,  our  Prophet,  Priest,  and  King ; 
Children,  raise  your  sweetest  strain 
To  the  Lamb,  for  He  was  slain. 

3.  Glory  to  the  Holy  Ghost ; 
Be  this  day  a  pentecost ; 
Children's  minds  may  He  inspire, 
Touch  their  tongues  with  holy  fire. 

4.  Glory  in  the  highest  be 
To  the  blessed  Trinity, 
For  the  gospel  from  above, 

For  the  word  that  "  God  is  love." 


919.  L.  M.  Watts. 

Out:  or  the  mouth  of  babes  and  sucklings  hast  Tnou  oedained 

STRENGTH.—  Ps.  8  :  2. 

1.  Almighty  Ruler  of  the  skies, 

Through  the  wide  earth  Thy  name  is  spread; 
And  Thine  eternal  glories  rise 

O'er  all  the  heavens  Thy  hands  have  made. 

2.  To  Thee  the  voices  of  the  young 

A  monument  of  honor  raise ; 
And  babes,  with  uninstructed  tongue, 
Declare  the  wonders  of  Thy  praise. 

3.  Thy  power  assists  their  tender  age 

To  bring  proud  rebels  to  the  ground, 
To  still  the  bold  blasphemer's  rage, 
And  all  their  policies  confound. 

4.  Children  amid  Thy  temple  throng 

To  see  their  great  Redeemer's  face ; 
The  Son  of  David  is  their  song, 
And  young  hosannas  fill  the  place. 
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920.  C.  4L  Jane  Taylok. 

I>    UIAVI.V   TUEIF.  AXGELS   DO   ALWAYS   ELIIOLD   THE   FACE   OF   Mr  FaTIIEE. 

Matt.  I 

1.  Tiiere  is  a  glorious  world  of  light 

Above  the  starry  sky. 
Where  saints  departed,  clothed  in  white, 
Adore  the  Lord  most  high. 

2.  And  hark !  amid  the  sacred  songs 

Those  heavenly  voices  raise. 
Ten  thousand  thousand  infant  tongues 
Unite  in  perfect  praise. 

0.  Those  are  the  hymns  that  we  shall  know, 

If  Je-us  we  obey ; 
That  is  the  place  where  we  shall  go, 
If  found  in  wisdom's  way. 

4.  Soon  will  our  earthly  race  be  run, 

Our  mortal  frame  decay ; 
Parents  and  children,  one  by  one, 
Must  die  and  pass  away. 

5.  Great  God,  impress  the  serious  thought 

This  day  on  every  breast. 
That  both  the  teachers  and  the  taught 
May  enter  to  Thy  rest. 

921.  8s.  7s,  &  4. 

COilE,  TE   CHILDREN,   HEARKEN  UNTO   Me.— Ps.  Si  :  U. 

1.  Children,  hear  the  melting  story 

Of  the  Lamb  that  once  was  slain ; 
'Tis  the  Lord  of  life  and  glory ; 
Shall  He  plead  with  you  in  vain  ? 

0.  receive  Him, 
And  salvation  now  obtain. 
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2.  Yield  no  more  to  sin  and  folly, 

So  displeasing  in  His  sight ; 

Jesus  loves  the  pure  and  holy ; 

They  alone  are  His  delight ; 

Seek  His  favor, 
And  your  hearts  to  Him  unite. 

3.  All  your  sins  to  Him  confessing 

Who  is  ready  to  forgive, 
Seek  the  Saviour's  richest  blessing  ; 
On  His  precious  name  believe ; 

He  is  waiting ; 
Will  you  not  His  grace  receive  ? 


922.  H.  M.         Pratt's  Coll. 

In  the  temple,  praising  and  blessing  God.  —  Luke  24:  53. 

1.  Come,  let  our  voices  join 

In  one  glad  song  of  praise  ; 
To  God,  the  God  of  love, 

Our  thankful  hearts  we'll  raise ; 


To  God  alone 
All  praise  belongs, 


Our  earliest  and 
Our  latest  songs. 


Within  these  hallowed  walls 

Our  wandering  feet  are  brought, 

Where  prayer  and  praise  ascend, 
And  heavenly  truths  are  taught ; 


To  God  alone 
Your  offerings  bring ; 


Let  young  and  old 
His  praises  sing. 


Lord,  let  this  work  of  love 
Be  crowned  with  full  success ; 

Let  thousands  yet  unborn 

Thv  sacred  name  here  bless ; 


To  Thee,  0  Lord, 
All  praise  to  Thee, 


Shall  rise  throughout 
Eternity. 


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the  sabbath  school. 

923.  78.  Hastings. 

IISAS,   YE  CIIILDREX,  TnE   INSTRUCTION'  OF  A  FATHER.  —  PrOV.  4  :  1. 

1.  Children,  listen  to  the  Lord, 
And  obey  His  gracious  word; 
Seek  His  face  with  heart  and  mind; 
Early  seek,  and  you  shall  find. 

2.  Sorrowful,  your  sins  confess  ; 
Plead  His  perfect  righteousness ; 
See  the  Saviour's  bleeding  side ; 
Come,  you  will  not  be  denied. 

3.  For  His  worship  now  prepare  ; 
Kneel  to  Him  in  fervent  prayer ; 
Serve  Him  with  a  perfect  heart ; 
Never  from  His  ways  depart. 

924.  7s  &  6s. 

He  shall  send  them  a  Saviour.  — Is.  19:  20. 

1.  To  Thee,  O  blessed  Saviour, 

Our  grateful  songs  we  raise ; 
O,  tune  our  hearts  and  voices 

Thy  holy  name  to  praise ; 
'Tis  by  Thy  sovereign  mercy 

We're  now  allowed  to  meet. 
And  join  with  friends  and  teachers, 

Thy  blessing  to  entreat. 

2.  0,  may  Thy  precious  gospel 

Be  published  all  abroad. 
Till  the  benighted  heathen 

Shall  know  and  serve  the  Lord ; 
Till  o'er  the  wide  creation 

The  rays  of  truth  shall  shine, 
And  nations  now  in  darkness 

Arise  to  light  divine. 
639 


THE    CHUECn. 

925.  Cs  &  4=. 

KXIT  TOGETIIER  IX  LOVE.  —  Col.  2  :  2. 

1.  Glad  hearts  to  Thee  we  bring, 
With  joy  Thy  name  we  sing, 

Father  above  ; 
Creation  praises  Thee  ; 
Thy  bounty's  full  and  free ; 
In  all  around  we  see 

Tokens  of  love. 

2.  Giver  of  all  our  powers, 
Now,  in  life's  morning  hours, 

May  they  be  Thine ; 
Thine  may  they  ever  be, 
Pure,  and  from  error  free, 
An  offering  worthy  Thee, 

Parent  divine. 

3.  Unite  our  souls  in  love  ; 
Smile  on  us  from  above ; 

Till  life  be  o'er ; 
Then  gather  us  to  Thee, 
Thy  kingdom,  Lord,  to  see, 
In  Thine  own  fold  to  be 

Forevermore. 


926.  7s  &  6s. 

The  childeen'  ceyixo  iw  tiie  temple,  attd  s.vtttg,  LIosAyxA  to  tee  Sox 
of  David.  — Matt.  21  :  15. 

1.  WHENj  His  salvation  bringing, 
To  Zion  Jesus  came, 
The  children  all  stood  sinsring 
Hosanna  to  His  name ; 
640 


THE    SABBATII    SCIIOOL. 

Nor  did  their  zeal  offend  II  im, 

But  as  He  rode  along. 
He  let  them  still  attend  Ilira, 
And  smiled  to  bear  their  song. 

2.  And  since  the  Lord  retaineth 

His  love  for  children  still. 
Though  now  as  King  He  reigneth 

On  Zion's  heavenly  hill, 
TW11  flock  around  His  banner, 

Who  sits  upon  the  throne, 
And  cry  aloud.  u  Hosanna 

To  David's  royal  Son." 

3.  For  should  we  fail  proclaiming 

Our  great  Redeemer's  praise, 
The  stone-,  our  silence  shaming, 

Might  well  ho-annas  raise ; 
But  shall  we  only  render 

The  tribute  of  our  words  ? 
No  :  while  our  hearts  are  tender, 

They  too  shall  be  the  Lord's. 

927.  L.  M.  Montgomery. 

Grace  to  help  ix  time  of  >-eed.  —  Hcb.  4  : 

1.  From  year  to  year  in  love  we  meet, 

From  year  to  year  in  peace  we  part, 
The  tongues  of  thousands  uttering  sweet 
The  bosom  joy  of  every  heart. 

2.  But  time  rolls  on.  and  year  by  year 

We  change,  grow  up,  or  pa-s  away; 
Not  twice  the  same  assembly  here 
Have  hailed  the  children's  festal  day. 
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THE    CHURCH. 

3.  This  sole  occasion  then  is  ours ; 

Tins  day  we  ne'er  again  shall  see ; 
Lord  God,  awaken  all  our  powers, 
To  spend  it  for  eternity. 

4.  Our  times,  our  lives,  are  in  Thy  hand  ; 

On  Thee  for  all  things  we  rely ; 
Assured,  while  in  Thy  grace  we  stand, 
To  live  is  Christ,  and  gain  to  die. 

5.  Meanwhile  our  failing  ranks  renew ; 

Send  children,  teachers,  in  our  place, 
More  humble,  docile,  faithful,  true, 
More  like  Thy  Son,  from  race  to  race. 


928.  8s  &  7s. 

For  this  thing  the  Lord  thy  God  shall  bless  thee.  — Deut.  15  :  10. 

1.  Heavexly  Father,  grant  Thy  blessing 

On  the  teaching  of  this  day ; 
That  our  hearts,  Thy  fear  possessing, 
May  from  sin  be  turned  away. 

2.  Have  we  wandered  ?     O,  forgive  us  ; 

Have  we  wished  from  truth  to  rove  ? 
Turn,  O,  turn  us,  and  receive  us, 
And  incline  us  truth  to  love. 

DOXOLOGY. 

Sing  we  glory  to  the  Father, 

With  the  voice  of  melody ; 
Glory  unto  Christ,  our  Saviour, 

Glory  to  the  Spirit  be. 

64:2 


CHARITABLE    OCCASIONS. 


THE    CHURCH.— CHARITABLE   OCCA- 
SIONS. 

929.  L.  M.  Montgomery. 

These  theee  ;  ett  the  greatest  of  these  is  chaeiiy.  — 1  C..-.  I 

1.  Faith,  hope,  and  charity,  these  three,  — 
Yet  is  the  greatest  charity,  — 

Father  of  lights,  these  gifts  impart 
To  mine  and  every  human  heart. 

2.  Faith,  that  in  prayer  can  never  fail ; 
Hope,  that  o'er  doubting  must  prevail ; 
And  charity,  whose  name  above 

Is  God's  own  name,  for  God  is  love. 

3.  The  morning  star  is  lost  in  light. 
Faith  vanishes  at  perfect  sight. 
The  rainbow  passes  with  the  storm, 
And  hope  with  sorrow's  fading  form. 

4.  But  charity,  serene,  sublime. 
Beyond  the  range  of  death  and  time. 
Like  the  blue  sky's  all-bounding  space, 
Holds  heaven  and  earth  in  its  embrace. 


930.  8s,  75.  &  i. 

A  SOWEE  WENT   FORTII   TO   S  OVT.  —  Matt.  13  *.  3. 

1.  Lord  of  glory,  who  didst  honor 
David's  humble  sling  and  stone. 
Ancient  Israel  to  deliver. 
Now  as  weak  an  effort  own : 

Bless  the  labor 
"Which  our  feeble  hands  have  done. 
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THE    CHURCH. 

2.  'Tis  the  gospel  seed  we're  sowing 

On  the  good  and  fallow  ground ; 
Bearing,  weeping,  without  knowing 
Which  shall  fail,  and  which  abound; 

Hoi)'  Spirit, 
Let  it  verdant  spring  around. 

3.  And  when  the  great  harvest's  ended, 

When  the  Master  counts  our  sheaves 
O,  let  those  by  us  attended 
Be  as  numerous  as  the  leaves 

Which  we  scatter, 
And  a  dying  world  receives. 


931.  L.  31.  S.  F.  Suith. 

Ye  aee  >~ot  your  ovrs.  —  l  Cor.  G:  19. 

1.  O,  NOT  my  own  these  verdant  hills, 

And  fruits,  and  flowers,  and  stream,  and  wood ; 
But  His  who  all  with  glory  fills, 

"Who  bought  me  with  His  precious  blood. 

2.  0,  not  my  own  this  wondrous  frame, 

Its  curious  work,  its  living  soul ; 
But  His  who  for  my  ransom  came ; 

Slain  for  my  sake,  He  claims  the  whole. 

3.  O,  not  my  own  the  grace  that  keeps 

My  feet  from  fierce  temptations  free ; 
O,  not  my  own  the  thought  that  leaps, 
Adoring,  blessed  Lord,  to  Thee. 

4.  0,  not  my  own ;  I'll  soar  and  sing, 

When  life,  with  all  its  toils,  is  o'er, 
And  Thou  Thy  trembling  lamb  shaft  bring 
Safe  home,  to  wander  never  more. 

644 


CHARITABLE    OCCASIONS. 

932.  c.  m. 

Look  not  thou  upon  tiie  wine  when  it  is  eed.  —  Prov.  23  :  31. 

1.  The  branch  is  stooping  to  thy  hand, 

And  pleasant  to  behold  ; 
Yet  gather  not,  although  its  fruit 
Be  streaked  with  hues  of  gold ;  — 

2.  For  bitter  ashes  lurk  concealed 

Beneath  that  golden  skin, 
And  though  the  coat  be  smooth,  there  lies 
But  rottenness  within. 

3.  The  wings  of  pleasure  fan  the  bowl, 

And  bid  it  overflow ; 
Yet  drugged  with  poison  are  its  lees, 
And  death  is  found  below. 


933.  l.  m. 

Save  Thy  people,  and  bless  Thine  inheritance.  — Ps.  28:  9. 

1.  God  of  our  fathers,  'tis  Thy  hand 

Hath  turned  the  tide  of  death  away 
That  rolled  in  madness  o'er  the  land, 
And  filled  Thy  people  with  dismay. 

2.  Thy  voice  awaked  us  from  our  dream ; 

Thy  Spirit  taught  our  hearts  to  feel ; 
'Twas  Thy  own  light  whose  radiant  beam 
Came  down  our  duty  to  reveal. 

3.  Almighty  Parent,  still  in  Thee 

Our  spirits  trust  for  strength  divine ; 
Gird  us  with  Heaven's  own  energy, 
And  o'er  our  paths  let  wisdom  shine. 
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THE    CIIUKCH. 


4.  The  work  of  man's  destruction  stay; 
The  tide  of  fire  still  backward  press ; 
Drive  each  delusive  mist  away, 
And  every  humble  effort  bless. 


934.  l.  m. 

Bear  ye  oxe  another's  burdens.  — Gal.  6  :  2. 

1.  Thou  God  of  hope,  to  Thee  we  bow ; 

Thou  art  our  Refuge  in  distress ; 
The  Husband  of  the  widow  Thou  ; 
The  Father  of  the  fatherless. 

2.  The  poor  are  Thy  peculiar  care ; 

To  them  Thy  promises  are  sure ; 
Thy  gifts  the  poor  in  spirit  share  ; 
O,  may  we  always  thus  be  poor. 

3.  May  we  Thy  law  of  love  fulfil, 

To  bear  each  other's  burdens  here, 
Endure  and  do  Thy  righteous  will, 
And  walk  in  all  Thy  faith  and  fear. 

935.  7s. 

Wherewith  shall  I  come  before  the  Lord  ?  —  Micah.6  :C. 

1.  Lord,  what  offering  shall  we  bring, 

At  Thine  altars  when  we  bow  ? 
Hearts,  the  pure,  unsullied  spring 
Whence  the  kind  affections  flow ;  — 

2.  Soft  compassion's  feeling  soul, 

By  the  melting  eye  expressed ; 
Sympathy,  at  whose  control 

Sorrow  leaves  the  wounded  breast ;  — 
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CHARITABLE    OCCASIONS, 

3.  Willing  hands  to  lead  the  blind. 

Bind  the  wounded,  feed  the  poor  ; 
Love,  embracing  all  our  kind ; 
Charity,  with  liberal  store. 

4.  Teach  us,  O  Thou  heavenly  King, 

Thus  to  show  our  grateful  mind ; 
Thus  the  accepted  offering  bring  — 
Love  to  Thee  and  all  mankind. 


936.  L.  M.  Voke. 

Freely  te  hate  received,  freely  give.  —Matt.  10  :  8. 

1.  Behold  the  heathen  waits  to  know 
The  joy  the  gospel  will  bestow ; 
The  exiled  captive  to  receive 

The  freedom  Jesus  has  to  give. 

2.  Come,  let  us,  with  a  grateful  heart, 
In  this  blest  labor  share  a  part ; 

Our  prayers  and  offerings  gladly  bring 
To  aid  the  triumphs  of  our  King. 

3.  Where'er  His  hand  hath  spread  the  skies, 
Sweet  incense  to  His  name  shall  rise  ; 
And  slave  and  freeman,  Greek  and  Jew, 
By  sovereign  grace  be  formed  anew. 

937.  8s  &  7s.  FRANCI& 

Them  that  hoxor  Me  I  will  honor.—  1  Sam.  2  :  30. 

1.  Praise  the  Saviour,  all  ye  nations  ; 
Praise  Him.  all  ye  hosts  above  ; 
Shout,  with  joyful  acclamations, 
His  divine,  victorious  love. 
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THE    CHURCH. 

2.  "With  my  substance  I  will  honor 
My  Redeemer  and  my  Lord ; 
Were  ten  thousand  worlds  my  manor, 
All  were  nothing  to  His  word. 

o.  While  the  heralds  of  salvation 
His  abounding  grace  proclaim, 
Let  His  friends,  of  every  station, 
Gladly  join  to  spread  His  fame. 


938-  L.  M.         Pratt's  Coll. 

Liberal  distribution.  —2  Cor.  9  :  13, 

1.  Help  us,  O  Lord,  Thy  yoke  to  wear, 

Delighting  in  Thy  perfect  will, 
Each  other's  burdens  learn  to  bear, 
And  thus  Thy  law  of  love  fulfil. 

2.  Teach  us,  with  glad  and  cheerful  hearts, 

As  Thou  hast  blessed  our  various  store, 
From  our  abundance  to  impart 
A  liberal  portion  to  the  poor. 

0.  To  Thee  our  all  devoted  be, 

In  whom  we  breathe,  and  move,  and  live  ; 
Freely  we  have  received  from  Thee ; 
Freely  may  we  rejoice  to  give. 

939.  C.  M.  Croswell. 

For  ye  have  tiie  poor  always  ttitii  you.  —  Matt.  25:  II. 

1.  Lord,  lead  the  way  the  Saviour  went, 

By  lane  and  cell  obscure, 
And  let  our  treasures  still  be  spent, 
Like  His,  upon  the  poor. 
648 


CIIARITABLE    OCCASIONS. 

2.  Like  Him,  through  scenes  of  deep  distress, 

Who  bore  the  world's  sad  weight, 
W3,  in  their  gloomy  loneliness, 
"Would  seek  the  desolate. 

3.  For  Thou  hast  placed  us  side  by  side 

In  this  wide  world  of  ill ; 
And  that  Thy  followers  may  be  tried, 
The  poor  are  with  us  still. 

4.  Small  are  the  offerings  we  can  make ; 

Yet  Thou  hast  taught  us,  Lord, 
If  given  for  the  Saviour's  sake, 
They  lose  not  their  reward. 


940,  C.  M.  Bode*. 

Thou  shalt  love  tht  xeigheoe  as  thyself.  — Matt.  10  :  13W 

1.  Bright  Source  of  everlasting  love, 

To  Thee  our  souls  we  raise ; 
And  to  Thy  sovereign  bounty  rear 
A  monument  of  praise. 

2.  Thy  mercy  gilds  the  path  of  life 

With  every  cheering  ray. 
Kindly  restrains  the  rising  tear, 
Or  wipes  that  tear  away. 

3.  To  tents  of  woe,  to  beds  of  pain, 

Our  cheerful  feet  repair. 
And,  with  the  gifts  Thy  hand  bestows, 
Relieve  the  mourners  there. 

4.  The  widow's  heart  shall  sing  for  joy ; 

The  orphan  shall  be  fed ; 
The  hungering  soul  we'll  gladly  point 
To  Christ,  the  living  Bread. 
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THE    CHURCir. 

941.  S.  M.  Scott. 

Come  .veak,  axd  bring  sacrificks  and  thank  offkrings  into  the  iiouse 
OF  tiik  Loud.—  2  Chron.  2U  :  31. 

1.  Thy  bounties,  gracious  God, 

With  gratitude  we  own  ; 
We  praise  Thy  providential  care, 
That  showers  its  blessings  down. 

2.  "With  joy  Thy  people  bring 

Their  offerings  round  Thy  throne  ; 
With  thankful  souls,  behold,  we  pay 
A  tribute  of  Thine  own. 

3.  O,  may  this  sacrifice 

To  Thee,  the  Lord,  ascend, 
An  odor  of  a  sweet  perfume 
Presented  by  His  hand. 

942.  7s.  Sigourxey. 

There  came  a  certain  toor  widow,  and  she  threw  in  two  mites,  which 
make  A  farthing.  —  Mark  12  :  42. 

1.  Little  rain  drops  feed  the  rill ; 

Rills,  to  meet  to  streamlet,  glide ; 
Streams  the  broader  rivers  fill ; 

Rivers  swell  the  ocean  tide  — 
Ocean,  that  with  swelling  note, 

Proudly  rears  a  foaming  crest, 
While  the  mightiest  navies  float 

Lightly  o'er  its  billowy  breast. 

2.  Thus  the  offerings  gathered  here, 

Gifts  we  bring  with  willing  hand, 
Shall  those  streams  of  bounty  cheer 

That  refresh  a  thirsty  land, 
With  the  sea  of-  love  shall  blend, 

Which  the  gospel's  grace  doth  pour, 
And  the  name  of  Jesus  send 

E'en  to  earth's  remotest  shore. 
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GOD    OUR    STRENGTH    AND    SALVATION". 


THE  NATION.  — GOD  OUR  STRENGTH 
AND  SALVATION. 

943.  6s  &  4s. 

He  shall  bless  thee  a  the  laxd.  —  Deut.  23:8. 

1.  God  bless  our  native  land ; 

Firm  may  she  ever  stand 

Through  storm  and  night ; 
When  the  wild  tempests  rave, 
Ruler  of  winds  and  wave, 
Do  Thou  our  country  save, 

By  Thy  great  might. 

2.  For  her  our  prayer  shall  rise 
To  God  above  the  skies ; 

On  Him  we  wait  ; 
Thou  who  hast  heard  each  sigh, 
Watching  each  weeping  eye, 
Be  Thou  forever  nigh ; 

God  save  the  state. 

944.  L.  M. 

The  >-ations  of  them  which  aee  saved  shall  walk  ix  the  light  op  it. 

Rev.  21 :  24. 

1.  Lord,  let  Thy  goodness  lead  our  land, 
Still  saved  by  Thine  almighty  hand, 
The  tribute  of  its  love  to  bring 

To  Thee,  our  Saviour  and  our  King. 

2.  Let  every  public  temple  raise 
Triumphant  songs  of  holy  praise ; 
Let  every  peaceful,  private  home 
A  temple,  Lord,  to  Thee  become. 

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THE   NATION. 

3.  Still  be  it  our  supreme  delight 
To  walk  as  in  Thy  glorious  sight ; 
Still  in  Thy  precepts  and  Thy  fear, 
Till  life's  last  hour,  to  persevere. 

945.  C.  M.  Epis.  Coll. 

TlIEN   SHALL  THE  LORD  BE  MY  GOD.— Gen.  28  :  21. 

1.  God  of  our  fathers,  by  whose  hand 

Thy  people  still  are  blessed, 
Be  with  us  through  our  pilgrimage, 
Conduct  us  to  our  rest. 

2.  Through  each  perplexing  path  of  life 

Our  wandering  footsteps  guide ; 
Give  us  each  day  our  daily  bread, 
And  raiment  fit  provide. 

3.  O,  spread  Thy  sheltering  wings  around, 

Till  all  our  wanderings  cease, 
And  at  our  Father's  loved  abode 
Our  souls  arrive  in  peace. 

4.  Such  blessings  from  Thy  gracious  hand 

Our  humble  prayers  implore  ; 
And  Thou,  the  Lord,  shalt  be  our  God 
And  Portion  evermore. 

946.  L.  P.  M.  Kippis. 

Ye  shall  be  a  delightsome  laxd.  —  Mai.  3  :  12. 

1.  With  grateful  hearts,  with  joyful  tongues, 
To  God  we  raise  united  songs ; 

His  power  and  mercy  we  proclaim ; 
This  land  through  every  age  shall  own 
Jehovah  here  has  fixed  His  throne, 
And  triumph  in  His  mighty  name. 
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GOD  OUR  STRENGTH  AND  SALVATION. 

2.  Long  as  the  moon  her  course  shall  run, 
Or  man  behold  the  circling  sun, 

O,  still  may  God  amid  us  reign  ; 
Crown  our  just  counsels  with  bug 
With  peace  and  joy  our  borders  bless, 
And  all  our  sacred  rights  maintain. 

947.  L.  m  Watts. 

God  sta.vpeth  i>*  the  congregation-  of  the  mighty.  —  Vs.  S2  :  1. 

1.  Among  the  assemblies  of  the  great, 
A  greater  Ruler  takes  His  scat  : 

The  God  of  heaven,  as  Judge,  surveys 
Those  gods  on  earth,  and  all  their  ways. 

2.  Why  will  ye  then  frame  wicked  laws  ? 
Or  why  support  the  unrighteous  cause  ? 
When  will  ye  once  defend  the  poor. 
That  sinners  vex  the  saints  no  more  ? 

3.  They  know  not.  Lord,  nor  will  they  know ; 
Dark  are  the  ways  in  which  they  go ; 
Their  name  of  earthly  gods  is  vain, 

For  they  shall  fall  and  die  like  men. 

4.  Arise,  0  Lord,  and  let  Thy  Son 
Possess  His  universal  throne. 
And  rule  the  nations  with  His  rod : 
He  is  our  Judge,  and  He  our  God. 

948.  8s  &  S$.  Heber. 

I  "STILL   PEESEETE   THEE.  — Is.  40:  S. 

1.  From  foes  that  would  the  land  devour; 
From  guilty  pride,  and  lust  of  power ; 
From  wild  sedition's  lawless  hour; 
From  yoke  of  slavery ; 
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THE    NATION. 

From  blinded  zeal,  by  faction  led ; 
From  giddy  change,  by  fancy  bred ; 
From  poisonous  error's  serpent  head, 
Good  Lord,  preserve  us  free. 

2.  Defend,  O  God,  with  guardian  hand, 
The  laws  and  ruler  of  our  land ; 
And  grant  our  church  Thy  grace  to  stand 

In  faith  and  unity. 
The  Spirit's  help  of  Thee  we  crave, 
That  Thou,  whose  blood  was  shed  to  save, 
Mayst  at  Thy  second  coming  have 

A  flock  to  welcome  Thee. 


949.  L.  M.  Seward. 

TO  LET  THE  OPPRESSED  GO  FREE.  — Is.  58  :  6. 

1.  Lord,  when  Thine  ancient  people  cried, 

Oppressed  and  bound  by  Egypt's  king, 
Thou  didst  Arabia's  sea  divide, 

And  forth  Thy  fainting  Israel  bring. 

2.  Lo,  in  these  latter  days,  our  land 

Groans  with  the  anguish  of  the  slave ! 
Lord  God  of  hosts,  stretch  forth  Thy  hand, 
Not  shortened  that  it  cannot  save. 

3.  Roll  back  the  swelling  tide  of  sin, 

The  lust  of  gain,  the  lust  of  power ; 
The  day  of  freedom  usher  in ; 

How  long  delays  the  appointed  hour  ? 

4.  As  Thou  of  old  to  Miriam's  hand 

The  thrilling  timbrel  didst  restore, 
And  to  the  joyful  song  her  hand 
Echoed  from  desert  to  the  shore, — 

654: 


GOD    OUR    STRENGTH    AND    SALVATION'. 

5.  0,  let  Thy  smitten  ones  again 

Take  up  the  chorus  of  the  free  — 
"Praise  ye  the  Lord!  His  power  proclaim, 
For  He  hath  conquered  gloriously !  n 

950.  C.  M.  Barlow. 

THK  KIJfG   SHALL  JOT  IX   THT   STEEKGTH,   0  LORD.  —  Ps.  21  :  L 

1.  In  Thee,  great  God.  with  songs  of  praise, 

Our  favored  realms  rejoice, 
And.  blessed  with  Thy  salvation,  raise 
To  heaven  their  cheerful  voice. 

2.  In  deep  distress,  our  injured  land 

Implored  Thy  power  to  save  ; 
For  life  we  prayed  ;  Thy  bounteous  hand 
The  timely  blessing  gave. 

3.  On  Thee,  in  want,  in  woe,  or  pain, 

Our  hearts  alone  rely  ; 
Our  rights  Thy  mercy  will  maintain, 
And  all  our  wants  supply. 

4.  Thus,  Lord,  Thy  wondrous  power  declare, 

And  still  exalt  Thy  fame ; 
While  we  glad  ^ongs  of  praise  prepare 
For  Thine  almighty  name. 

951.  L.  P.  ML  Roscoe. 

Thou  hast  ixcreased  the  xatiox.—  Is.  26  :  15. 

1.  Great  God.  beneath  whose  piercing  eye 
The  world's  extended  kingdoms  lie. 

We  bow  before  Thy  heavenly  throne ; 
Thy  favoring  smile  upholds  them  all  : 
Thine  anger  smites  them,  and  they  fall ; 
Thy  power  we  see.  Thy  greatness  own. 
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THE   NATION. 

2.  To  Thee,  with  grateful  hearts,  we  raise 
The  tribute  of  exulting  praise, 

Our  country's  Guardian,  Guide,  and  Friend ; 
Preserved  by  Thee  for  ages  past, 
For  ages  let  Thy  kindness  last, 

And  e'er  Thy  sheltering  care  extend. 

952.  L.  P.  M.  Watts. 

Blessed  is  tiie  nation  whose  God  is  the  Lord.  —  Ps.  33:  12. 

1.  O  happy  nation,  where  the  Lord 
Reveals  the  treasure  of  His  word, 

And  builds  His  church.  His  earthly  throne ; 
His  eye  the  heathen  world  surveys ; 
He  formed  their  hearts,  He  knows  their  ways  ; 

But  God,  their  Maker,  is  unknown. 

2.  In  sickness,  or  the  bloody  field, 
Thou  our  Physician,  Thou  our  Shield, 

Send  us  salvation  from  Thy  throne : 
We  wait  to  see  Thy  goodness  shine ; 
Let  us  rejoice  in  help  divine. 

For  all  our  hope  is  God  alone. 

953.  C.  M.  Wreford. 

I  will  give  peace  in  TnE  land.  — Lev.  26:  6. 

1.  Lord,  while  for  all  mankind  we  pray, 

Of  every  clime  and  coast, 
0,  hear  us  for  our  native  land, 
The  land  we  love  the  most. 

2.  O,  guard  our  shores  from  every  foe, 

With  peace  our  borders  bless, 
With  prosperous  times  our  cities  crown, 
Our  fields  with  plenteousness. 
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GOD    OUR    STRENGTH!    AND    SALVATION. 

3.  Unite  us  in  the  sacred  love 

Of  knowledge,  truth,  and  Thee, 
And  let  our  hills  and  valleys  shout 
The  songs  of  liberty. 

4.  Lord  of  the  nations,  thus  to  Thee 

Our  country  we  commend  ; 
Be  Thou  her  Refuge  and  her  Trust, 
Her  everlasting  Friend. 


954.  L.  M.  Flint. 

The  Lord  will  xot  forsake  His  people.  — 1  Sam.  12 :  22. 

1.  "What  thanks  to  Thee,  0  God,  are  due, 

That  Thou  didst  plant  our  fathers  here, 
And  watch  and  guard  them  as  they  grew 
A  vineyard  to  the  Planter  dear ! 

2.  The  toils  they  bore  our  ease  have  wrought; 

They  sowed  in  tears,  in  joy  we  reap ; 
The  birthright  they  so  dearly  bought 

"We'll  guard  till  with  them  we  shall  sleep. 

3.  Thy  kindness  to  our  fathers  shown, 

In  weal  and  woe,  through  all  the  past, 
Their  grateful  sons,  O  God,  shall  own, 
While  here  their  name  and  race  shall  last. 


955.  C.  ML  Watts. 

Tee  Lord  is  my  Rock,  and  my  Fortress,  axd  my  Deliverer.  —  Pa.  IS :  2. 

1.  We  love  Thee,  Lord,  and  we  adore  ; 
Now  is  Thine  arm  revealed ; 
Thou  art  our  Strength,  our  heavenly  Tower, 
Our  Bulwark  and  our  Shield. 
42  657 


THE   NATION. 

2.  We  fly  to  our  eternal  Rock, 

And  find  a  sure  defence  ; 
His  holy  name  our  lips  invoke, 
And  draw  salvation  thence. 

3.  When  God,  our  Leader,  shines  in  arms, 

What  mortal  heart  can  bear 

The  thunder  of  His  loud  alarms  ? 

The  lightning  of  His  spear  ? 

4.  He  rides  upon  the  winged  wind, 

And  angels  in  array 
In  millions  wait  to  know  His  mind, 
And  swift  as  flames  obey. 

5.  Oft  has  the  Lord  whole  nations  blessed, 

For  His  own  church's  sake ; 
The  powers  that  give  His  people  rest 
Shall  of  His  care  partake. 


956.  C.  M.  Bacon. 

I  will  be  their  God.  — Gen.  17:  S. 

1.  God  of  our  fathers,  to  Thy  throne 

Our  grateful  songs  we  raise ; 
Thou  art  our  God,  and  Thou  alone; 
Accept  our  humble  praise. 

2.  Unnumbered  benefits  from  Thee 

Are  showered  upon  our  land ; 
Behold,  through  all  our  coasts  we  see 
The  bounties  of  Thy  hand. 

3.  Here  Thou  wert  once  the  pilgrims'  Guide ; 

Thou  gav'st  them  here  a  place, 
Where  freedom  spreads  its  blessings  wide 
O'er  all  their  favored  race. 
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GOD    OUR    STRENGTH    AND    SALVATION. 

4.  Here,  Lord,  Thy  gospel's  holy  light 

Is  shed  on  all  our  hills. 
And,  like  the  rains  and  dews  of  night, 
Celestial  grace  distils. 

5.  Still  teach  us,  Lord,  Thy  name  to  fear, 

And  still  our  Guardian  be ; 
0.  let  our  children's  children  here 
Forever  worship  Thee. 

957.  L.  St  Bacon. 

I  am  God,  the  God  of  xnr  fatheb.—  Gen.  46  :3. 

1.  O  God,  beneath  Thy  guiding  hand, 

Our  exiled  fathers  crossed  the  sea ; 
And  when  they  trod  the  wintry  strand, 

With  prayer  and  psalm  they  worshipped  Thee. 

2.  Laws,  freedom,  truth,  and  faith  in  God 

Came  with  those  exiles  o'er  the  waves ; 
And  where  their  pilgrim  feet  have  trod, 
The  God  they  trusted  guards  their  graves. 

3.  And  here  Thy  name.  O  God  of  love, 

Their  children's  children  shall  adore, 
Till  these  eternal  hills  remove, 

And  spring  adorns  the  earth  no  more. 

958.  L.  ML  Ware. 

I>"  blessing  I  will  bless  thee.—  Gen.  22  :  17. 

1.  Like  Israel's  host  to  exile  driven, 
Across  the  flood  the  pilgrims  fled; 
Their  hands  bore  up  the  ark  of  Heaven, 

And  Heaven  their  trusting  footsteps  led, 
Till  on  these  savage  shores  they  trod, 
And  won  the  wilderness  for  God. 
659 


THE    NATION. 

Then,  when  their  weary  ark  found  rest, 

Another  Zion  proudly  grew ; 
In  more  than  Judah's  glory  dressed, 

With  light  that  Israel  never  knew, 
From  sea  to  sea  her  empire  spread, 
Her  temple  heaven,  and  Christ  her  Head. 

Then  let  the  grateful  church  to-day 
Its  ancient  rite  with  gladness  keep, 

And  still  our  fathers'  God  display 

His  kindness,  though  the  fathers  sleep. 

O,  bless,  as  Thou  hast  blessed  the  past, 

While  earth,  and  time,  and  heaven  shall  last. 


959.  L.  M.  Lunt. 

TlIEIR  SACRIFICES   SHALL  BE  ACCEPTED  UPON  MlNE  ALTAR.  —  Is.  56  :  7. 

1.  When,  driven  by  oppression's  rod, 

Our  fathers  fled  beyond  the  sea, 
Their  care  was  first  to  honor  God, 
And  next  to  leave  their  children  free. 

2.  Above  the  forest's  gloomy  shade 

The  altar  and  the  school  appeared ; 
On  that  the  gifts  of  faith  were  laid, 

In  this  their  precious  hopes  were  reared. 

8.  The  altar  and  the  school  still  stand, 
The  sacred  pillars  of  our  trust, 
And  freedom's  sons  shall  fill  the  land 
When  we  are  sleeping  in  the  dust. 

4.  Before  Thine  altar,  Lord,  we  bend, 

With  grateful  song  and  fervent  prayer, 
For  Thou,  who  wast  our  fathers'  Friend, 
Wilt  make  our  offspring  still  Thy  care. 
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GOD    OUIl    STIJEXGTII    AND    SALVATION. 

960.  7s. 

Ox  earth  teace.  — Luke  2:  14. 

1.  Peace  !  the  welcome  sound  proclaim  ; 
Dwell  with  rapture  on  the  theme  ; 
Loud,  still  louder  swell  the  strain, 
Peace  on  earth,  good  will  to  men. 

2.  Breezes,  whispering  soft  and  low, 
Gently  murmur  as  ye  blow; 
Breathe  the  sweet,  celestial  strain, 
Peace  on  earth,  good  will  to  men. 

3.  Ocean's  billows,  far  and  wide 
Rolling  in  majestic  pride, 

Loud,  still  louder  swell  the  strain, 
Peace  on  earth,  good  will  to  men. 

4.  Christians,  who  these  blessings  feel, 
And  in  adoration  kneel, 

Loud,  still  louder,  swell  the  strain, 
Praise  to  God,  good  will  to  men. 

961.  L.  M.  Aikin. 

Love  your  exemies.  —  Matt  5  :  44. 

1.  While  sounds  of  war  are  heard  around, 
And  death  and  ruin  strew  the  ground, 
To  Thee  we  look,  on  Thee  we  call, 
The  Parent  and  the  Lord  of  all. 

2.  Great  God,  whose  powerful  hand  can  bind 
The  raninnr  waves,  the  furious  wind, 

O,  bid  the  human  tempest  cease. 
And  hush  the  maddening  world  to  peace. 
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TIIK    NATION'. 

3.  With  reverence  may  each  hostile  land 
Hear  and  obey  that  high  command, 
Thy  Son's  blest  errand  from  above, 
"  My  creatures,  live  in  mutual  love  !  " 

962.  lis,  10  &  9. 

TnOU  WILT  ORDAIN  PEACE   FOR  US.  —  Is.  2G  :  12. 

1.  God,  the  all-terrible,  Thou  Who  ordainest 

Thunder  Thy  clarion,  and  lightning  Thy  sword, 
Show  forth  Thy  pity  on  high,  where  Thou  reignest, 
Give  to  us  peace  in  our  time,  O  Lord. 

2.  God,  the  Omnipotent,  mighty  Avenger, 

Watching  invisible,  judging  unheard, 
Save  us  in  mercy,  0,  save  us  from  danger, 
Give  to  us  peace  in  our  time,  O  Lord. 

3.  So  will  Thy  people,  with  thankful  devotion, 

Praise  Him  who  saved  them  from  peril  and  sword, 
Shouting  in  chorus,  from  ocean  to  ocean, 

Peace  to  the  nations,  and  praise  to  the  Lord. 


THE  XATIOX.  — FASTIXG  AND  THANKS- 
GIVING. 

963.  8s  &  7s.  Epis.  Coll. 

Deliver  cs,  and  turge  away  our  sins,  for  Tnr  name's  sake. 

Vs.  19 :  9, 

1.  Dread  Jehovah,  God  of  nations, 

From  Thy  temple  in  the  skies, 

Hear  Thy  people's  supplications  ; 

Now  for  their  deliverance  rise. 

662 


FASTING   AND    THANKSGIVING. 

2.  Though  our  sins,  our  hearts  confounding. 
Long  and  loud  for  vengeance  call, 
Thou  hast  mercy  more  abounding;; 

Jesus'  blood  can  cleanse  them  all. 

3.  Let  that  love  veil  our  transgression  ; 
Let  that  blood  our  guilt  efface ; 
Save  Thy  people  from  oppression, 
Save  from  spoil  Thy  holy  place. 

4.  Lo,  with  deep  contrition  turning, 
Humbly  at  Thy  feet  we  bend ; 
Hear  us,  fasting,  praying,  mourning ; 
Hear  us,  spare  us,  and  defend. 

964.  L.  M.  Davies. 

Shall  there  be  evil  ik  a  citv,  axd  the  Lord  hath  .\ot  done  it  ? 

AUMM  3  :  6. 

1.  While  o'er  our  guilty  land,  O  Lord, 
We  view  the  terrors  of  Thy  sword, 
O,  whither  shall  the  helpless  fly  ? 
To  whom  but  Thee  direct  their  cry  ? 

2.  On  Thee,  our  guardian  God,  we  call ; 
Before  Thy  throne  of  grace  Ave  fall ; 
And  is  there  no  deliverance  there  ? 
And  must  we  perish  in  despair? 

3.  See,  we  repent,  we  weep,  we  mourn  ; 
To  our  forsaken  God  we  turn  ; 

O,  spare  our  guilty  country ;  spare 

The  church  which  Thou  hast  planted  here. 

4.  We  plead  Thy  grace,  indulgent  God  ; 
We  plead  Thy  Son's  atoning  blood ; 
We  plead  Thy  gracious  promises  ; 
And  are  they  unavailing  pleas  ? 

663 


5.  These  pleas,  presented  at  Thy  throne, 
Have  brought  ten  thousand  blessings  down 
On  guilty  lands  in  helpless  woe ; 
Let  them  prevail  to  save  us  too. 


965.  C.  M.  Steele. 

I  HUMBLED  MY   SOCL   WITII   FASTIXO.  —  Ps.  35:  13. 

1.  See,  gracious  God,  before  Thy  throne 

Thy  mourning  people  bend  ; 
'Tis  on  Thy  sovereign  grace  alone 
Our  humble  hopes  depend. 

2.  Tremendous  judgments  from  Thy  hand 

Thy  dreadful  power  display  ; 
Yet  mercy  spares  this  guilty  land, 
And  yet  we  live  to  pray. 

3.  How  changed,  alas  !  are  truths  divine, 

For  error,  guilt,  and  shame  ! 
"What  impious  numbers,  bold  in  sin, 
Disgrace  the  Christian  name  ! 

4.  O,  bid  us  turn,  almighty  Lord, 

By  Thy  resistless  grace ; 
Then  shall  our  hearts  obey  Thy  word, 
And  humbly  seek  Thy  face. 


966.  S.  M.  Drummond. 

IS  IT  SUCn  A  FAST  THAT  I  BATS  CHOSE*  ?  —  Is.  58  :  5. 

1.  "Is  this  a  fast  for  Me  ?  "  — 

Thus  saith  the  Lord  our  God ;  — 
"  A  day  for  man  to  vex  his  soul, 
And  feel  affliction's  rod  ? 
664 


PASTING    AND    THANKSGIVING. 

2.  "Shall  day  like  this  have  power 

To  stay  the  avenging  hand, 
Efface  transgression,  or  avert 
My  judgments  from  the  land? 

3.  ';  No :  ia  not  this  alone 

The  sacred  fast  I  choose  — 

Oppression's  y«e  to  burst  in  twain, 

The  bands  of  guilt  unloose  ? 

4.  "  To  nakedness  and  want 

Your  food  and  raiment  deal, 
To  dwell  your  kindred  race  among, 
And  all  their  sufferings  heal  ? 

5.  "Then,  like  the  morning  ray. 

Shall  spring  your  health  and  li<zht ; 
Before  you.  righteousness  -hall  sliine  ; 
Btdiind,  lly  glory  bright.'"' 


967.  C  M.  Watts, 

Command  deliveeances  foe  Jacob.  —  Vs.  44  :  4. 

1.  Lord,  we  have  heard  Thy  works  of  old, 

Thy  works  of  power  and  grace, 
When  to  our  ears  our  father-  told 
The  wonders  of  their  days  ;  — 

2.  How  Thou  didst  build  Thy  churches  here, 

And  make  Thy  go-pel  known  ; 
Among  them  did  Thine  arm  appear, 
Thy  light  and  glory  shone. 

3.  In  God  they  boa-ted  all  the  day, 

And  in  a  cheerful  throng 
Did  thousands  meet  to  praise  and  pray, 
And  grace  was  all  their  song. 
66o 


THE    NATION. 

4.  But  now  our  souls  are  seized  with  shame, 

Confusion  fills  our  face, 
To  hear  the  enemy  blaspheme, 
And  fools  reproach  Thy  grace. 

5.  Redeem  us  from  perpetual  shame, 

Our  Saviour  and  our  God ; 
We  plead  the  honors  of  Thy  name, 
The  merits  of  Thy  blood. 

968.  L.  P.  M.  Watts. 

DO  YE  JUDGE   UPRIGHTLY,  O  YE    SONS  OF  MEN  ?  — Ps.  58:   1. 

1.  Judges,  who  rule  the  world  by  laws, 
Will  ye  despise  the  righteous  cause, 

When  the  injured  poor  before  you  stands  ? 
Dare  ye  condemn  the  righteous  poor, 
And  let  rich  sinners  'scape  secure, 

While  gold  and  greatness  bribe  your  hands  ? 

2.  Have  ye  forgot,  or  never  knew, 
That  God  will  judge  the  judges  too  ? 

High  in  the  heavens  His  justice  reigns  ; 
Yet  you  invade  the  rights  of  God, 
And  send  your  bold  decrees  abroad, 

To  bind  the  conscience  in  your  chains  ! 

3.  The  Almighty  thunders  from  the  sky ;  — 
Their  grandeur  melts,  their  titles  die, 

As  hills  of  snow  dissolve  and  run, 
Or  snails  that  perish  in  their  slime, 
Or  births  that  come  before  their  time  — 

Vain  births  that  never  see  the  sun. 

I.  Thus  shall  the  vengeance  of  the  Lord 
Safety  and  joy  to  saints  afford  ; 

And  all  that  hear  shall  join  and  say, 
"  Sure  there's  a  God  that  rules  on  high ; 
A  God  that  hears  His  children  cry, 
And  will  their  sufferings  well  repay." 
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FASTING   AND    THANKSGIVING. 
969.  7fc  L-TRICS. 

1   TTILL    PRAISK    THE    NAME    OF    CiOP    WITH  ■  ILL    MAC.MFT   IIlM 

WITH    THAXKSGIVI.VG.  —  I 

1.  Swell  the  anthem,  raise  the  song  ; 
Praises  to  our  God  belong : 

Saints  and  angels,  join  to  §j    _ 
Praises  to  the  heavenly  King. 

2.  Blessings  from  His  liberal  hand 
Flow  around  this  happy  land ; 
Kept  by  Him.  no  foes  annoy ; 
Peaee  and  freedom  we  enjoy. 

3.  Here,  beneath  a  virtuous  sway, 
Maj  we  cheerfully  obey, 

Never  fed  oppression's  rod. 
Ever  own  and  worship  God. 

4.  Hark  !  the  voiee  of  nature  sings 
Praises  to  the  King  of  kings ; 
Let  us  join  the  choral  song. 
And  the  grateful  notes  prolong. 


970.  P.  M,  Washburn. 

I  WILL   OFFER  TO   TlIEE  THE   SACRIFICE   OF  THA3TKSGIVING.  —  F- 

1.  Let  every  heart  rejoice  and  sing  ; 
Let  choral  anthems  rise  : 
Ye  reverend  men  and  children,  bring 

To  God  your  sacrifice  ; 
For  He  is  good  ;  the  Lord  is  good, 

And  kind  are  all  His  ways. 
With  songs  and  honors  sounding  loud, 
The  Lord  Jehovah  praise. 
While  the  rocks  and  the  rills, 
While  the  vales  and  the  hills, 
A  glorious  anthem  raise : 
Let  each  prolong  the  grateful  song, 
And  the  God  of  our  fathers  praise. 
667 


THE    NATION. 

He  bids  the  sun  to  rise  and  set ; 

In  heaven  His  power  is  known  ; 
And  earth,  subdued  to  Him,  shall  yet 

Bow  low  before  His  throne ; 
For  He  is  good ;  the  Lord  is  good, 

And  kind  are  all  His  ways  ; 
With  songs  and  honors  sounding  loud, 

The  Lord  Jehovah  praise, 

While  the  rocks  and  the  rills, 
While  the  vales  and  the  hills, 

A  glorious  anthem  raise  ; 
Let  each  prolong  the  grateful  song, 

And  the  God  of  our  fathers  praise 


971.  8s  &  7s.  Crosse. 

Lord,  Thou  hast  been  favorable  unto  Tht  land.  —  Ps.  85  :  1. 

1.  Lord  of  heaven,  and  earth,  and  ocean, 

Hear  us  from  Thy  bright  abode, 
While  our  hearts,  with  true  devotion, 
Own  their  great  and  gracious  God. 

2.  Now  with  joy  we  come  before  Thee, 

Seek  Thy  face,  Thy  mercies  sing ; 
Lord  of  life,  of  light,  and  glory, 

Guard  Thy  church,  Thou  heavenly  King. 

3.  Health  and  every  needful  blessing 

Are  Thy  bounteous  gifts  alone ; 
Comforts  undeserved  possessing, 
Here  we  bend  before  Thy  throne. 

4.  Thee,  with  humble  adoration, 

Lord,  we  praise  for  mercies  past ; 
Still  to  this  most  favored  nation 
May  those  mercies  ever  last. 
668 


THE  YEAR. OPENING,  ADVANCING,  AND  CLOSING. 

THE   YEAR.  —  OPENING.  ADVANCING, 
AND    CLOSING. 

972.  P.  M.  C.  Weslet. 

Well  doke,  mou  good  and  faithful  8BStAVT.~Mstt.25:  iL 

1.  COME,  let  us  anew  our  journey  pursue. 

Roll  round  with  the  year, 
And  never  stand  still  till  the  Master  appear. 

2.  His  adorable  will  let  us  gladly  fulfil, 

And  our  talents  improve 
By  the  patience  of  hope  and  the  labor  of  love. 

3.  Our  life  is  a  dream  ;  our  time  as  a  stream 

Glides  swiftly  away ; 
And  the  fugitive  moment  refuses  to  stay. 

A.  The  arrow  is  flown,  the  moment  is  gone  ; 
The  millennial  year 
Rushes  on  to  our  view,  and  eternity's  here, 

5.  O  that  each  in  the  day  of  His  coming  may  say, 
u  I  have  fought  my  way  through  ; 
I  have  finished  the  work  Thou  didst  give  me  to  do." 

G.  O  that  each  from  his  Lord  may  receive  the  glad  word, 
u  Well  and  faithfully  done  ! 
Enter  into  My  joy,  and  sit  down  on  My  throne." 

973.  L.  M.  Doddridge. 

Having,  therefore,  obtained  help  of  God,  I  continue  unto  this  dat. 

1.   GpwEAT  God,  we  sing  that  mighty  hand, 
By  which  supported  still  we  stand : 
The  opening  year  Thy  mercy  shows  ; 
Let  mercy  crown  it  till  it  close. 
669 


THE    YEAR. 

2.  By  day,  by  night,  at  home,  abroad, 
Still  are  we  guarded  by  our  God ; 
By  Ills  incessant  bounty  fed, 
By  His  unerring  counsel  led. 

o.  With  grateful  hearts  the  past  we  own  ; 
The  future,  all  to  us  unknown, 
We  to  Thy  guardian  care  commit, 
And,  peaceful,  leave  before  Thy  feet. 

4.  In  scenes  exalted  or  depressed, 

Thou  art  our  Joy,  and  Thou  our  Rest ; 
Thy  goodness  all  our  hopes  shall  raise, 
Adored  through  all  our  changing  days. 


974.  7s.  Newton. 

Thou  carbiest  tiiem  away  as  with  a  flood.  —  Ps.  90:  5. 

1.  While,  with  ceaseless  course,  the  sun 

Hasted  through  the  former  year, 
Many  souls  their  race  have  run, 

Never  more  to  meet  us  here : 
Fixed  in  an  eternal  state, 

They  have  done  with  all  below ; 
We  a  little  longer  wait ; 

But  how  little  none  can  know. 

2.  As  the  winged  arrow  flies 

Speedily  the  mark  to  find,  — 
As  the  lightning  from  the  skies 

Darts,  and  leaves  no  trace  behind,  — 
Swiftly  thus  our  fleeting  days 

Bear  us  down  life's  rapid  stream : 
Upward,  Lord,  our  spirits  raise  ; 

All  below  is  but  a  dream. 
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OPENING,    ADVANCING,    AND    CLOSING. 

3.  Thanks  for  mercies  pasl  re 

Pardon  of  our  Bins  renew  ; 
Teach  ns  henceforth  how  to  live 

With  eternity  in  view. 
Bless  Thy  word  to  young  and  old; 

Fill  us.  with  a  Saviour's  lo  i 
And.  when  life's  short  tale  is  told, 

May  we  dwell  with  Thee  above. 


975.  7s.  Newton. 

Bless  Thine  inheritance.  —  Vs.  2S  :  ?. 

1.  Bless.  0  Lord,  the  opening  year 
To  each  soul  assembled  hei 

Clothe  Thy  word  with  power  divine ; 
Make  us  willing  to  be  Thine. 

2.  "Where  Thou  hast  Thy  work  bo  nun, 
Give  new  strength  the  race  to  run  ; 
Scatter  darkness,  doubts,  and  fears  ; 

Wipe  away  the  mourners'  tears. 

3.  Bless  ds  all.  both  old  and  young ; 
Call  forth  praise  from  every  tongue  : 
Let  the  whole  assembly  prove 

All  Thy  power  and  all  Thy  love. 

976.  C.  M.  Steele. 

It  was  winter. —John  10  :  22. 

1.  Stern  winter  throws  his  icy  chains. 
Encircling  nature  round  : 
How  bleak,  how  comfortless,  the  plains, 

Late  with  gay  verdure  crowned  ! 
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THE    YEAR. 

2.  The  sun  withdraws  his  vital  beams, 

And  light  and  warmth  depart, 
And  drooping,  lifeless  nature  seems 
An  emblem  of  my  heart. 

3.  My  heart,  where  mental  winter  reigns, 

In  night's  dark  mantle  clad, 
Confined  in  cold,  inactive  chains, 
How  desolate  and  sad  ! 

4.  Great  Source  of  light,  Thy  beams  display ; 

My  drooping  joys  restore  ; 
And  guide  me  to  the  seats  of  day, 
Where  winter  frowns  no  more. 


977.  8s.  Haweis. 

Lo,  the  wi>'txb  is  past.—  Cant  2  :  11. 

1.  The  winter  is  over  and  gone, 

The  thrush  whistles  sweet  on  the  spray, 
The  turtle  breathes  forth  her  soft  moan, 
The  lark  mounts  and  warbles  away. 

2.  Shall  every  creature  around 

Their  voices  in  concert  unite, 
And  I,  the  most  favored,  be  found 
In  praising  to  take  less  delight  ? 

3.  Awake,  then,  my  harp  and  my  lute  ; 

Sweet  organs,  your  notes  softly  swell ; 
No  longer  my  lips  shall  be  mute, 
The  Saviour's  high  praises  to  tell. 

4.  His  love  in  my  heart  shed  abroad, 

My  graces  shall  bloom  as  the  spring; 
This  temple,  His  spirit's  abode, 
My  joy,  as  my  duty,  to  sing. 
672 


OPENING,    ADVANCING,    AND    CLOSING. 
978.  H.    M.  DWIGHT. 

THOU  VISITEST   THE   EAKIU   A.VD   WATEEEST    IT.  —  P$.  GJ  :  0. 

1.  How  pleasing  is  Thy  voice, 
O  Lord,  our  heavenly  King, 
That  bids  the  frosts  retire, 
And  wakes  the  lovely  spring  ■ 


The  rains  return, 
The  ice  distils, 


And  plains  and  hills 
Forget  to  mourn. 


2.  The  morn,  with  glory  crowned, 
Thy  hand  arrays  in  smiles  ; 
Thou  bid'st  the  eve  decline, 
Rejoicing,  o'er  the  hills. 


Soft  suns  ascend. 
The  mild  wind  blows, 


And  beauty  glows 
To  earth's  far  end. 


3.  Thy  showers  make  soft  the  fields  : 
On  every  side  behold 
The  ripening  harvests  wave 
Their  loads  of  richest  srold. 


The  laborers  sing 
With  cheerful  voice. 


And,  blessed,  rejoice 
In  God,  their  King. 


4.  The  thunder  is  His  voice ; 
His  arrows,  blazing  fires  ; 
He  glows  in  yonder  sun, 
And  smiles  in  starry  choirs 


The  balmy  breeze 
His  breath  perfumes  ; 


His  beauty  blooms 
In  flowers  and  trees. 


5.  With  life  He  clothes  the  spring ; 
The  earth  with  summer  warms  ; 
He  spreads  the  autumnal  feast. 
And  rides  in  wintry  storms. 


His  gifts  divine 
Through  all  appear, 
43  67 


And  round  the  year 
His  glories  shine. 


THE    YEAR. 

979.  C.  M.  Steele. 

The  little  iiills  eejoice  on  evert  side.  — Ps.  65:  12. 

1.  While  beauty  clothes  the  fertile  vale. 

And  blossoms  on  the  spray, 
And  fragrance  breathes  in  every  gale, 
How  sweet  the  vernal  day ! 

2.  And  hark !  the  feathered  warblers  sing ; 

'Tis  nature's  cheerful  voice : 

Soft  music  hails  the  lovely  spring, 

And  woods  and  fields  rejoice. 

3.  How  kind  the  influence  of  the  skies  ! 

These  showers,  with  blessings  fraught, 
Bid  verdure,  beauty,  fragrance,  rise, 
And  fix  the  roving  thought. 

4.  O,  let  my  wondering  heart  confess, 

With  gratitude  and  love, 
The  bounteous  hand  that  deigns  to  bless 
The  garden,  field,  and  grove. 

5.  Inspired  to  praise,  I  then  shall  join 

Glad  nature's  cheerful  song, 
And  love  and  gratitude  divine 
Attune  my  joyful  song. 

980.  C.  Iff.  Watts. 

Wno  aet  the  Confidence  of  all  the  ends  of  the  earth.  — Ps.  65:  5. 

1.  Good  is  the  Lord,  the  heavenly  King, 
Who  makes  the  earth  His  care, 
Visits  the  pastures  every  spring, 
And  bids  the  grass  appear. 
674 


OPENING,    ADVANCING)    AND    CLOSING. 

2.  The  softened  ridges  of  the  field 

Permit  the  corn  to  spring; 

The  valleys  rich  provision  yield, 

And  the  poor  laborers  sing. 

3.  The  various  months  Thy  goodness  crowns ; 

How  bounteous  are  Thy  way-  ! 
The  bleating  flocks  spread  o'er  the  downs, 
And  shepherds  shout  Thy  praise. 

981.  8s. 

TO   CAUSE   THE  BUD  OT  THE   TENDER  HERB  TO   SPRIN'O  TOETII.  —  Job.  S3  l! 

1.  How  sweetly,  along  the  gay  mead, 

The  daisies  and  cowslips  are  seen  ! 
The  flocks,  as  they  carelessly  feed, 
Rejoice  in  the  beautiful  green. 

2.  The  vines  that  encircle  the  bowers ; 

The  herbage  that  springs  from  the  sod  ; 
Trees,  plants,  cooling  fruits,  and  sweet  flowers,  ■ 
All  rise  to  the  praise  of  my  God. 

3.  Shall  man,  the  great  master  of  all, 

The  only  insensible  prove  ? 
Forbid  it,  fair  gratitude's  call ; 
Forbid  it,  devotion  and  love. 

4.  The  Lord,  who  such  wonders  can  raise, 

And  still  can  destroy  with  a  nod, 
My  lips  shall  incessantly  praise  ; 
My  soul  shall  rejoice  in  my  God. 

982.  7s.  Newton. 

THE  VOICE  OF  THE   TURTLE   IS  HEARD  IX  OUR  LAXD.  —  Cant  2  :  12. 

1.  Pleasing  spring  again  is  here  ; 
Trees  and  fields  in  bloom  appear : 
Hark !  the  birds,  with  artless  lays, 
Warble  their  Creator's  praise. 
675 


THE    YEAR. 

2.  Lord,  afford  a  spring  to  me  ; 
Let  me  feel  like  what  I  see  : 
Ah,  my  winter  has  been  long  — 
Chilled  my  hopes,  suppressed  my  song. 

3.  How  the  soul  in  winter  mourns, 
Till  the  Lord,  the  Sun,  returns  ! 
Till  the  Spirit's  gentle  rain 
Bids  the  heart  revive  again ! 

4.  O  beloved  Saviour,  haste  ; 
Tell  me  all  the  storms  are  past ; 
Speak,  and  by  Thy  gracious  voice 
Make  my  drooping  soul  rejoice. 

983.  s.  m. 

Let  us  xow  fear  the  Lord  our  God,  Tiiat  giyeth  rain-,  both  the 

FORMER  AND  THE  LATTER,  IH  HlS  SEASON*.  —  Jer.  5  :  24. 

1.  Great  God,  at  Thy  command 

Seasons  in  order  rise  : 
Thy  power  and  love  in  concert  reign 
Through  earth,  and  seas,  and  skies. 

2.  How  balmy  is  the  air  ! 

How  warm  the  sun's  bright  beams  ! 
"While,  to  refresh  the  ground,  the  rains 
Descend  in  gentle  streams. 

3.  With  grateful  praise  we  own 

Thy  kind,  providing  hand, 
While  grass,  and  herbs,  and  waving  corn 
Adorn  and  bless  the  land. 

4.  But  greater  still  the  gift 

Of  Thine  incarnate  Son ; 
By  Him  forgiveness,  peace,  and  joy 
Through  endless  ages  run. 
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OPENING,    ADVANCING.    AND    CLOSING. 

984.  C.  31.  Gibbons. 

A*D   SATI5FT  THT   SOUL   I>"  DEOCGIIT.  —  Is.  53  :  U. 

1.  The  sun.  that  minister  of  love, 

Who  from  the  naked  ground 
Calls  forth  the  hidden  seeds  to  birth, 
And  spreads  their  beauties  round,— 

2.  At  the  dread  order  of  his  God, 

Now  darts  destruetive  lires ; 
Hills,  plains,  and  vales  are  parched  with  drought, 
And  blooming  life  expires. 

3.  Like  burnished  brass,  the  heaven  around 

In  angry  terror  burns, 
While  earth  becomes  a  joyless  waste, 
And  into  iron  turns. 

4.  Pity  us.  Lord,  in  our  distress, 

Nor  with  our  land  contend ; 
Bid  the  avenging  skies  relent. 
And  showers  of  mercy  send. 

985.  7s.  Ev.  Mag. 

Thoc  ct.ovtxest  the  teae  with  Thy  goodxess.  — Ps.  65  :U. 

1.  Praise  on  Thee,  in  Zion's  gates, 
Daily,  0  Jehovah,  waits  ; 

Unto  Thee,  0  God,  belong 
Grateful  words  and  holy  song. 

2.  Thou  the  Hope  and  Refuge  art 
Of  remotest  lands  apart, 
Distant  isles  and  tribes  unknown, 
'Mid  the  ocean  waste  and  lone. 

677 


THE    YEAR. 

3.  Thou  dost  visit  earth,  and  rain 
Blessings  on  the  thirsty  plain, 
From  the  copious  founts  on  high, 
From  the  rivers  of  the  sky. 

4.  Thus  the  clouds  Thy  power  confess, 
And  Thy  paths  drop  fruit-fulness, 
And  the  voice  of  song  and  mirth 
Rises  from  the  tribes  of  earth. 


986.  6s  &  4s.  Montgomery. 

Forget  not  all  His  benefits.  —  Ps.  103:  2. 

1.  The  God  of  harvest  praise ; 
In  loud  thanksgiving  raise 

Hand,  heart,  and  voice ; 
The  valleys  smile  and  sing ; 
Forests  and  mountains  ring ; 
The  plains  their  tribute  bring ; 

The  streams  rejoice. 

2.  Yea,  bless  His  holy  name, 
And  purest  thanks  proclaim 

Through  all  the  earth ; 
To  glory  in  your  lot 
Is  duty ;  but  be  not 
God's  benefits  forgot, 

Amid  your  mirth. 

3.  The  God  of  harvest  praise ; 
Hands,  hearts,  and  voices  raise, 

With  sweet  accord ; 
From  field  to  garner  throng, 
Bearing  your  sheaves  along, 
And  in  your  harvest  song 

Bless  ye  the  Lord. 
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OPENING,   ADVANCING,   AND    CLOSING. 

987.  C.  SL  Burder's  Coll. 

AND   SE.VDETH  RAIN   ON'  THE  JFST  AND  ON  TUB   CNJUST.  —  Matt 

1.  Now  may  the  Lord  of  earth  and  skies 

Regard  us  when  we  call ; 
'Tis  He  who  bids  the  vapors  rise, 
And  showers  abundant  tail. 

2.  The  evil  and  the  just  partake 

These  bounties  of  Thy  hand ; 
Nor  will  a  God  of  love  forsake 
This  long  indulged  land. 

3.  Let  grace  come  down,  like  copious  rains, 

On  Zion's  drooping  field ; 

So  shall  our  souls  revive  again, 

And  fruit  abundant  yield. 

4.  Then  smiling  Nature  shall  express 

Her  mighty  Maker's  praise ; 
And  we,  the  children  of  Thy  grace, 
Join  her  harmonious  lays. 


988.  C.  M.  Rippon's  Coll, 

HE   P.ESEP.VETH   UNTO   TS   THE   APPOINTED   WEEKS   OF   THE   HARVEST. 

Jer.  5  :  H. 

1.  Fountain  of  mercy,  God  of  love, 

How  rich  Thy  bounties  are ! 

The  rolling  seasons,  as  they  move, 

Proclaim  Thy  constant  care. 

2.  When  in  the  bosom  of  the  earth 

The  sower  hid  the  grain, 
Thy  goodness  marked  its  secret  birth, 
And  sent  the  early  rain. 
679 


TIIE    YEAR. 

3.  The  spring's  sweet  influence,  Lord,  was  Thine; 

The  plants  in  beauty  grew  ; 
Thou  gav'st  refulgent  suns  to  shine, 
And  mild,  refreshing  dew. 

4.  These  various  mercies  from  above 

Matured  the  swelling  grain  ; 
A  kindly  harvest  crowns  Thy  love, 
And  plenty  fills  the  plain. 

5.  We  own  and  bless  Thy  gracious  sway ; 

Thy  hand  all  nature  hails  ; 
Seed  time  nor  harvest,  night  nor  day, 
Summer  nor  winter  fails. 


9S9.  8s  &  7s.  Horxe. 

We  all  do  fade  as  a  leaf.  — Is.  64  :  G. 

1.  See  the  leaves  around  us  falling, 

Dry  and  withered,  to  the  ground, 
Thus  to  thoughtless  mortals  calling, 
In  a  sad  and  solemn  sound,  — 

2.  "  Sons  of  Adam,  once  in  Eden, 

Blighted  when  like  us  he  fell, 
Hear  the  lecture  we  are  reading; 
'Tis,  alas !  the  truth  we  tell. 

3.  "  Youths,  though  yet  no  losses  grieve  you, 

Gay  in  health  and  manly  grace, 

Let  not  cloudless  skies  deceive  you ; 

Summer  gives  to  autumn  place. 

4.  *•  Yearly  in  our  course  -returning, 

Messengers  of  shortest  stay, 
Thus  we  preach,  this  truth  concerning, 
Heaven  and  earth  shall  pass  away. 
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OPENING,    ADVANCING,    AND    CLOSING. 

5.  "  On  the  tree  of  life  eternal, 

Man,  let  all  thy  hope  be  stayed, 
Which  alone,  forever  vernal. 

Bears  a  leaf  that  shall  not  fade." 


990.  L.  M.       Campbell ">  Coll. 

They  joy  befoee  Thee  according  to  the  joy  ix  iiarvesi.— If.9:  3. 

1.  Great  God,  as  seasons  disappear. 
And  changes  mark  the  rolling  year, 
Thy  favor  still  has  crowned  our  days, 
And  we  would  celebrate  Thy  praise. 

2.  Our  tables  spread,  pur  garners  stored, 
O.  give  us  hearts  to  bless  Thee,  Lord ; 
Forbid  it,  Source  of  light  and  love, 

That  hearts  and  lives  should  barren  prove. 

3.  The  harvest  song  would  we  repeat : 
•'•  Thou  givest  us  the  finest  wheat ; 
The  joy  of  harvest,"  we  have  known ; 
The  praise,  O  Lord,  is  all  Thine  own. 

991.  L.  M.  Doddridge. 

Thou  cbottxest  the  year  tyith  Try  goodxess.  —  Pe.  Co  :  U. 

1.  Eternal  Source  of  every  joy, 
Well  may  Thy  praise  our  lips  employ. 
While  in  Thy  temple  we  appear. 
Whose  goodness  crowns  the  circling  year. 

2.  The  flowery  spring,  at  Thy  command. 
Embalms  the  air,  and  paints  the  land ; 
The  summer  rays  with  vigor  shine, 
To  raise  the  corn  and  cheer  the  vine. 

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THE    TEAR. 

3.  Thy  hand  in  autumn  richly  pours 
Through  all  our  coasts  redundant  stores ; 
And  winters,  softened  by  Thy  care, 

No  more  a  face  of  horror  wear. 

4.  Seasons,  and  months,  and  weeks,  and  days 
Demand  successive  songs  of  praise ; 

Still  be  the  cheerful  homage  paid, 
With  opening  light  and  evening  shade. 

5.  0,  may  our  more  harmonious  tongues 
In  worlds  unknown  pursue  the  songs, 
And  in  those  brighter  courts  adore, 
Where  days  and  years  revolve  no  more. 

992.  7s.  Newton. 

Redeeming  the  time.  —  Eph.  5  :16. 

1.  Time  by  moments  steals  away, 
First  the  hour,  and  then  the  day ; 
Small  the  daily  loss  appears, 
Yet  it  soon  amounts  to  years. 

2.  Thus  another  year  is  flown  ; 
Now  it  is  no  more  our  own, 

If  it  brought  or  promised  good, 
Than  the  years  before  the  flood. 

3.  Favors,  from  the  Lord  received, 
Sins,  that  have  His  Spirit  grieved, 
Marked  by  an  unerring  hand, 

In  His  book  recorded  stand. 

4.  If  we  see  another  year, 

May  Thy  blessing  meet  us  here ; 
Sun  of  Righteousness,  arise, 
Warm  our  hearts,  and  bless  our  ejes. 
682 


OPENING,   ADVANCING,   AND    CLOSIB 
993.  10S.  E.    rATLOR 

We    WILL   REMEMBEK   THE   XAME   OF   THE   LOED   OUE   GOL.—  I'- 

1.  God  of  the  changing  year,  whose  arm  of  power 
In  safety  leads  through  danger's  darkest  hoar. 
Here  in  Thy  temple  bow  Thy  creatures  down. 
To  bless  Thy  mercy,  and  Thy  might  to  own. 

2.  If  round  our  path  the  thorns  of  sorrow  grew. 
And  mortal  friends  were  faithless,  Thou  wert  true  ; 
Did  sickness  shake  the  frame,  or  anguish  tear 
The  wounded  spirit.  Thou  wert  present  the 

3.  Yet  when  our  hearts  review  departed  days. 
How  vast  Thy  mercies!  how  remiss  our  p: 
Well  may  we  dread  Thine  awful  eye  to  meet, 
Bend  at  Thy  throne,  and  worship  at  Thy  : 

4.  0.  lend  Thine  ear,  and  lift  our  voice  to  Thee  ; 
Where'er  we  dwell,  still  let  Thy  mercy  be : 
From  year  to  year,  still  nearer  to  Thy  shrine 
Draw  our  frail  hearts,  and  make  them  wholly  Thine. 


994.  C.  M.  Watt,. 

He  fleeth  also  as  a  shadow.  —  Job  14  :  2. 

1.  Thee  we  adore,  eternal  Xarae, 

And  humbly  own  to  Thee 

How  feeble  is  our  mortal  frame. 

"What  dying  worms  are  we. 

2.  The  year  rolls  round,  and  steals  away 

The  breath  that  first  it  gave  • 

Whate'er  we  do,  where'er  we  be. 
We're  trayelling  to  the  graye. 

6S3 


THE    YEAR. 

3.  Dangers  stand  thick  through  all  the  ground, 

To  push  us  to  the  tomb ; 
And  fierce  diseases  wait  around, 
To  hurry  mortals  home. 

4.  Good  God,  on  what  a  slender  thread 

Hang  everlasting  things ! 
The  eternal  state  of  all  the  dead 
Upon  life's  feeble  strings. 

5.  Infinite  joy  or  endless  woe 

Attends  on  every  breath  ; 
And  yet  how  unconcerned  we  go 
Upon  the  brink  of  death  I 

6.  Waken,  O  Lord,  our  drowsy  sense, 

To  walk  this  dangerous  road ; 

And  if  our  souls  are  hurried  hence, 

May  they  be  found  with  God. 

995.  S.  M.  Beddome. 

GO  TO  2TOW,  YE   THAT   SAY,  TO-DAY  OR  TO-MORROW  TTE  WILL  GO  I^TO   SUCH  i 
CITY,  AND   CONTINUE   THERE  A   YEAR.— Jam.   4:13. 

1.  My  few  revolving  years, 

How  swift  they  glide  away ! 
How  short  the  term  of  life  appears ! 
When  past,  'tis  but  a  day  ;  — 

2.  A  dark  and  cloudy  day 

Made  up  of  grief  and  sin ; 
A  host  of  dangerous  foes  without, 
And  guilt  and  fear  within. 

3.  Lord,  through  another  year, 

If  Thou  permit  my  stay, 
"With  watchful  care  may  I  pursue 
The  true  and  living  way. 
684 


LIFE. FRAILTY    AND    BREVITT. 


LIFE.  — FRAILTY   AXD   BREVITY. 
99G.  L.  31.  Steele. 

HOW  TRAIL  I  AM  !  — Ps.  39  :  4. 

1.  Almighty  Maker  of  iny  frame, 

Teach  me  the  measure  of  my  day.- ; 
Teach  me  to  know  how  frail  I  am, 
And  spend  the  remnant  to  Thy  praise. 

2.  My  days  are  shorter  than  a  span  ; 

A  little  point  my  life  appear- ; 
How  frail  at  best  is  dying  man ! 

How  vain  are  all  his  hopes  and  fears ! 

8.  Vain  his  ambition,  noise,  and  show ; 

Vain  are  the  cares  which  rack  his  mind ; 
He  heaps  up  treasures  mixed  with  woe, 
And  dies,  and  leaves  them  all  behind. 

4.  0,  be  a  nobler  portion  mine ; 

My  God,  I  bow  before  Thy  throne ; 
Earth's  fleeting  treasures  I  resign, 
And  fix  my  hope  on  Thee  alone. 

997.  S.  M-  Watts. 

SO  TEACH  US   TO  NUMEEE  OFE  DATS   THAT  VTE  MAT  APPLT  OUB  HEAEIS   U>'TO 
WISDOM.— Ps.  90:  12. 

1.  Lord,  what  a  feeble  piece 
I-  tins  our  mortal  frame  ! 
Our  life,  how  poor  a  trifle  'tis. 
That  scarce  deserves  the  name ! 
685 


LIFE. 

2.  Alas !  the  brittle  clay 

That  built  our  body  first ! 
And  every  month  and  every  day 
'Tis  mouldering  back  to  dust. 

3.  Our  moments  fly  apace, 

Kor  will  our  minutes  stay ; 
Just  like  a  flood  our  hasty  days 
Are  sweeping  us  away. 

4.  Well,  if  our  days  must  fly, 

We'll  keep  their  end  in  sight ; 
We'll  spend  them  all  in  wisdom's  way, 
And  let  them  speed  their  flight. 

5.  They'll  waft  us  sooner  o'er 

This  life's  tempestuous  sea ; 
Soon  we  shall  reach  the  peaceful  shore 
Of  blest  eternity. 

998.  S.  M.  Doddridge. 

Your  fathers,  where  are  they  ?  — Zech.  1  :  5. 

1.  How  swift  the  torrent  rolls 

That  bears  us  to  the  sea ! 
The  tide  that  bears  our  thoughtless  souls 
To  vast  eternity ! 

2.  Our  fathers,  where  are  they, 

With  all  they  called  their  own  ? 
Their  joys  and  griefs,  and  hopes  and  cares, 
And  wealth  and  honor,  gone. 

3.  God  of  our  fathers,  hear ! 

Thou  everlasting  Friend ! 
While  we,  as  on  life's  utmost  verge, 
Our  souls  to  Thee  commend. 
686 


FRAILTY    AND     BREVITY. 

Of  all  the  pkw 

May  we  the  footsteps  trace, 
Till  with  them,  in  the  land  of  light. 

We  dwell  before  Thy  i 


999.  L.  M.  Pratt's  Coll. 

Evert  ua.x  kalkeih  m  x  wis  segw.  —  ft, 

1.  Hovr  vain  is  all  beneath  ; 

How  transient  every  earthly     lis*  '. 

How  slender  all  the  fondest  ties 
That  bind  us  to  a  world  like  this  ! 

2.  The  evening  cloud,  the  morn: 

The  withering  [  ing  flower, 

Of  earthly  hopes  are  emblems  u 
The  glory  of  a  passing  hour. 

3.  But  though  earth's  fairest  :     -      a  die, 

And  all  beneath  the  skies  is  vain. 
There  is  a  land  whose  confin 

Beyond  the  reach  of  care  and  pain. 

4.  Then  let  the  hope  of  joys  to  come 

Dispel  our  cares  and  chase  our  ft 
If  God  be  ours,  we're  travelling  home, 
Though  passing  through  a  vale  of  tears. 

1000.  C.  M.  Watts. 

Mi    DATS    AEE   LIKE    A   SHADOW   THAT   B ECLI^ETH.  —  PS.  108:  U. 

1.  Time,  what  an  empty  vapor  *ti- ! 
And  days,  how  swift  they  are  ! 

Swift  as  an  Indian  arrow  fli 
Or  like  a  shooting  star. 


LIFE. 

2.  Our  life  is  ever  on  the  wing, 

And  death  is  ever  nigh ; 
The  moment  when  our  lives  begin, 
We  all  begin  to  die. 

3.  Yet,  mighty  God,  our  fleeting  day3 

Thy  lasting  favors  share ; 
Yet  with  the  bounties  of  Thy  grace 
Thou  load'st  the  rolling  year. 

4.  His  goodness  runs  an  endless  round ; 

All  glory  to  the  Lord ; 
His  mercy  never  knows  a  bound ; 
And  be  His  name  adored. 

5.  Thus  we  begin  the  lasting  song ; 

And  when  we  close  our  eyes, 
Let  the  next  age  Thy  praise  prolong, 
Till  time  and  nature  dies. 


1001.  L.  M.  Taylor- 

He  fleeth  also  as  a  shadow,  and  continueth  xot.  —  Job  14  :  2. 

1.  Like  shadows  gliding  o'er  the  plain, 

Or  clouds  that  roll  successive  on, 
Man's  busy  generations  pass, 

And  while  we  gaze  their  forms  are  gone. 

2.  "  He  lived,  he  died  ; "  behold  the  sum, 

The  abstract  of  the  historian's  page ; 
Alike,  in  God's  all-seeing  eye, 

The  infant's  day,  the  patriarch's  age. 

3.  0  Father,  in  whose  mighty  hand 

The  boundless  years  and  ages  lie, 
Teach  us  Thy  boon  of  life  to  prize, 
And  use  the  moments  as  they  fly ;  — 
688 


FRAILTY   AND    BREVITY. 

4.  To  crowd  the  narrow  span  of  life 

With  wise  designs  and  virtuous  deeds; 

And  bid  us  wake  from  death's  dark  night, 
To  share  the  glory  that  succeeds. 

1002.  7,  &  Cs.  BuiiTOX. 

HOW   SnOET  MY  TIME   IS  '.  —  Ps.  SO  !  47. 

1.  Timp:  is  winging  us  away 

To  our  eternal  home  ; 
Life  is  but  a  winter's  day, 
A  journey  to  the  tomb. 

2.  Youth  and  vigor  soon  will  nee, 

Blooming  beauty  lose  its  charms  ; 
All  that's  mortal  soon  shall  be 
Enclosed  in  death's  cold  arms. 

3.  But  the  Christian  shall  enjoy 

Health  and  beauty  soon  above, 
Far  beyond  the  world's  alloy, 
Secure  in  Jesus'  love. 

1003.  L.  M.  Watts. 

He  weakened  my  steexgtii  is  the  ytay.  —  Ps.  102  :  23. 

1.  It  is  the  Lord  our  Saviour's  hand 

Weakens  our  strength  amid  the  race ; 
Disease  and  death,  at  His  command, 
Arrest  us,  and  cut  short  our  days. 

2.  Spare  us,  O  Lord  !  aloud  we  pray, 

Nor  let  our  sun  go  down  at  noon ; 
Thy  years  are  one  eternal  day. 

And  must  Thy  children  die  so  soon  ? 
4-4  689 


LIFE. 

3.  Yet,  in  the  midst  of  death  and  grief, 

This  thought  our  sorrow  shall  assuage : 
"  Our  Father  and  our  Saviour  live  ; 
Christ  is  the  same  through  every  age." 

4.  'Twas  He  this  earth's  foundations  laid ; 

Heaven  is  the  building  of  His  hand ; 
This  earth  grows  old,  these  heavens  shall  fade, 
And  all  be  changed  at  His  command. 

5.  The  starry  curtains  of  the  sky, 

Like  garments,  shall  be  laid  aside  ; 
But  still  Thy  throne  stands  firm  and  high ; 
Thy  church  forever  must  abide. 

1004.  L.  P.  M.  Watts. 

What  man  is  iie  tiiat  livetii,  and  shall  not  see  death  ?  —  Ps.  89 :  48. 

1.  Think,  mighty  God,  on  feeble  man; 
How  few  his  hours,  how  short  his  span ! 

Short  from  the  cradle  to  the  grave ; 
"Who  can  secure  his  vital  breath 
Against  the  bold  demands  of  death, 

With  skill  to  fly,  or  power  to  save  ? 

2.  Lord,  shall  it  be  forever  said, 

"  The  race  of  man  was  only  made 

For  sickness,  sorrow,  and  the  dust  ?  " 
Are  not  Thy  servants,  day  by  day, 
Sent  to  their  graves,  and  turned  to  clay  ? 
Lord,  where's  Thy  kindness  to  the  just  ? 

3.  Hast  Thou  not  promised  to  Thy  Son 
And  all  His  seed  a  heavenly  crown  ? 

But  flesh  and  sense  indulge  despair ; 
Forever  blessed  be  the  Lord, 
That  faith  can  read  His  holy  word, 

And  find  a  resurrection  there. 
690 


FRAILTY    AND    BREVITY. 

4.  Forever  blessed  be  the  Lord. 

"Who  gives  lli<  saints  a  long  reward 

For  all  their  toil,  reproach,  and  pain ; 
Let  all  below  and  all  above 
Join  to  proclaim  Thy  wondrous  love, 

And  each  repeat  their  loud  amen. 

1005.  P.  M.  Wulffer. 

Eteexity.  —  Is.  57  :  13. 

1.  Eternity!  eternity! 

How  long  art  thou,  eternity ! 
And  yet  to  thee  time  hastes  away, 
Like  as  the  war  horse  to  the  fray, 
Or  swift  as  couriers  homeward  go, 
Or  ships  to  port,  or  shaft  from  bow ; 
Ponder,  O  man,  eternity. 

2.  Eternity !  eternity  ! 

How  long  art  thou,  eternity ! 
As  long  as  God  is  God,  so  long 
Endure  the  pains  of  hell  and  wrong, 
So  long  the  joys  of  heaven  remain ; 
O,  lasting  joy  !  O,  lasting  pain  ! 
Ponder,  O  man,  eternity ! 

3.  Eternity!  eternity! 

How  long  art  thou,  eternity ! 
O  man,  full  oft  thy  thoughts  should  dwell 
Upon  the  pains  of  sin  and  hell, 
And  on  the  glories  of  the  pure, 
That  do  beyond  all  time  endure ; 
Ponder,  0  man,  eternity  ! 
691 


DEATH. 

DEATH.— SUPPORT  AND  CONSOLATION. 

1006.  L.  M.  Bathurst. 

Let  my  last  exd  be  like  iiis.  —  Num.  23:  10. 

1.  How  sweet  the  hour  of  closing  day, 

When  all  is  peaceful  and  serene, 
And  when  the  sun,  with  cloudless  ray, 
Sheds  mellow  lustre  o'er  the  scene ! 

2.  Such  is  the  Christian's  parting  hour ; 

So  peacefully  he  sinks  to  rest ; 
When  faith,  endued  from  heaven  with  power, 
Sustains  and  cheers  his  languid  breast. 

3.  Mark  but  that  radiance  of  his  eye, 

That  smile  upon  his  wasted  cheek ; 
They  tell  us  of  his  glory  nigh, 

In  language  that  no  tongue  can  speak. 

4.  A  beam  from  heaven  is  sent  to  cheer 

The  pilgrim  on  his  gloomy  road  ; 
And  angels  are  attending  near, 
To  bear  him  to  their  bright  abode. 

5.  Who  would  not  wish  to  die  like  those 

Whom  God's  own  Spirit  deigns  to  bless  ? 
To  sink  into  that  soft  repose, 

Then  wake  to  perfect  happiness  ? 

1007.  L.  M.  Barbauld. 

The  righteous  nATn  noPE  in  his  death.  — Prov.  14:  32. 

1.  Sweet  is  the  scene  when  virtue  dies, 
When  sinks  a  righteous  soul  to  rest ; 
How  mildly  beam  the  closing  eyes, 

How  gently  heaves  the  expiring  breast ! 
692 


SUPPORT   AND    CONSOLATION, 

2.  So  fades  a  summer  cloud  away, 

So  sink-  the  gale  when  storms  are  o'er, 
So  gently  shut-  the  eye  of  day. 
So  Sea  a  wave  along  the  shore. 

3.  Triumphant  smiles  the  victor's  brow, 

Fanned  by  some  guardian  angel's  wing ; 
"Where  is,  O  grave,  thy  victory  now, 
And  where,  insidious  death,  thy  sting  ? 

1008.  L.    M.  IIZLL. 

He  will  be  very  gracious  u.vto  tiiee  at  tiie  voice  of  xnr  rp.r. 

1.  Gently,  my  Saviour,  let  me  down, 

To  slumber  in  the  arm-  of  death  ; 
I  rest  my  ^oul  on  Thee  alone, 

E'en  till  my  last,  expiring  breath. 

2.  Soon  will  the  storm  of  life  be  o'er, 

And  I  shall  enter  endless  rest  | 
There  I  shall  live  to  sin  no  more, 

And  bless  Thy  name,  forever  blessed. 

3.  Bid  me  possess  sweet  peace  within  ; 

Let  childlike  patience  keep  my  heart ; 
Then  shall  I  feel  my  heaven  begin, 
Before  my  spirit  hence  depart. 

4.  Hasten  Thy  chariot,  God  of  love, 

And  take  me  from  this  world  of  woe ; 
I  long  to  reach  those  joys  above, 
And  bid  farewell  to  all  below. 

5.  There  shall  my  raptured  spirit  raise 

Still  louder  notes  than  angels  sing, 
High  glories  to  Immanuel's  grace, 
My  God,  my  Saviour,  and  my  King. 
693 


DEATH. 

1009.  S.  II.  M.        Montgomery. 

That  -where  I  am,  there  ye  may  be.—  John  14  :  C. 

1.  Friend  after  friend  departs  ; 

Who  hath  not  lost  a  friend  ? 
There  is  no  union  here  of  hearts 

That  finds  not  here  an  end : 
Were  this  frail  world  our  only  rest, 
Living  or  dying,  none  were  blessed. 

2.  Beyond  the  flight  of  time. 

Beyond  this  vale  of  death, 
There  surely  is  some  blessed  clime 

Where  life  is  not  a  breath, 
Nor  life's  affections  transient  fire, 
"Whose  sparks  fly  upward  to  expire. 

3.  There  is  a  world  above, 

Where  parting  is  unknown ; 
A  whole  eternity  of  love, 

Formed  for  the  good  alone ; 
And  faith  beholds  the  dying  here 
Translated  to  that  happier  sphere. 

4.  Thus  star  by  star  declines, 

Till  all  are  passed  away, 
As  morning  high  and  higher  shines, 

To  pure  and  perfect  day  ; 
Is  or  sink  those  stars  in  empty  night ; 
They  hide  themselves  in  heaven's  own  light. 

1010.  CM.  Watts. 

Willing  eathei:  to  be  absext  from  tiie  body.  — 2  Cor.  5:  8. 

1.  There  is  a  house  not  made  with  hands, 
Eternal  and  on  high ; 
And  here  my  spirit  waiting  stands, 
Till  God  shall  bid  it  fly." 
694 


SUPFORT    AND    CONSOLATION. 

2.  Shortly  this  prison  of  my  clay 

Must  be  dissolved  and  fall  : 

Then,  0  my  soul,  with  joy  obey 
Thy  heavenly  Fathers  call. 

3.  'Tis  lie,  by  His  almighty  grace, 

That  forms  thee  fit  lor  heaven, 
And,  as  an  earnest  of  the  place, 
Has  His  own  Spirit  given. 

4.  We  walk  by  faith  of  joys  to  come ; 

Faith  lives  upon  His  word ; 

But  while  the  body  is  our  home, 

\Wre  absent  from  the  Lord. 

5.  'Tis  pleasant  to  believe  Thy  grace, 

But  we  had  rather  see; 
"NTe  would  be  absent  from  the  flesh, 
And  present,  Lord,  with  Thee. 

1011.  L.  P.  M.  Browning. 

He  giveth  His  beloted  sleet.  —  Ps.  127  :  2. 

1.  Of  all  the,  thoughts  of  God,  that  are 
Borne  inward  unto  souls  afar. 

Along  the  Psalmist's  music  deep, 
Now  tell  me  if  that  any  is. 
For  gift  or  grace,  surpassing  this  — 

u  He  giveth  His  beloved  sleep." 

2.  His  dews  drop  mutely  on  the  hill, 
His  cloud  above  it  saileth  still. 

Though  on  its  slope  men  toil  and  reap ; 
More  softly  than  the  dew  is  shed. 
Or  cloud  is  floated  overhead. 

"  He  giveth  His  beloved  sleep." 
695 


DEATH. 

3.  And,  friends,  dear  friends,  when  it  shall  be, 
That  this  low  breath  is  gone  from  me, 

When  round  my  bier  ye  come  to  weep, 
Let  one,  most  loving  of  you  all, 
Say,  "  Not  a  tear  must  o'er  her  fall ; 

'  He  giveth  His  beloved  sleep.' " 

1012.  8s. 

She  was  sick  and  died.— Acts  9:  37. 

1.  'Tis  finished  ;  the  conflict  is  past ; 

The  heaven-born  spirit  is  fled ; 
Her  wish  is  accomplished  at  last, 

And  now  she's  intombed  with  the  dead. 

2.  Her  soul  has  now  taken  its  flight 

To  mansions  of  glory  above, 
To  mingle  with  angels  of  light, 
And  dwell  in  the  kingdom  of  love. 

S.  The  victory  now  is  obtained  ; 

She's  gone  her  Redeemer  to  see ; 
Her  wishes  she  fully  has  gained ; 
She's  now  where  she  panted  to  be. 

4.  Then  let  us  forbear  to  complain 

That  she  has  now  gone  from  our  sight ; 
We  soon  shall  behold  her  again, 
With  new  and  redoubled  delight. 

1013.  C.  M.  Watts. 

What  max  is  he  that  liveth  and  shall  not  see  death  ?  — Ps.  SO  :  48. 

1.  Stoop  down,  my  thoughts,  that  used  to  rise  ; 
Converse  a  while  with  death  ; 
Think  how  a  gasping  mortal  lies, 
And  pants  away  his  breath. 
696 


SUPPORT    AND    CONSOLATION. 

2.  His  quivering  lip  hangs  feebly  down ; 

His  pulse  is  faint  and  few; 
Then,  speechless,  with  a  doleful  groan, 
He  bids  the  world  adieu. 

3.  But  O,  the  soul,  that  never  dies ! 

At  once  it  leaves  the  clay  ; 
Ye  thoughts,  pursue  it  where  it  flies, 
And  track  its  wondrous  way. 

4.  Up  to  the  courts  where  angels  dwell 

It  mounts,  triumphant  there  ; 
Or  devils  plunge  it  down  to  hell, 
In  infinite  despair. 

5.  And  must  my  body  faint  and  die  ? 

And  must  this  soul  remove  ? 
0  for  some  guardian  angel  nigh, 
To  bear  it  safe  above  ! 

6.  Jesus,  to  Thy  dear,  faithful  hand 

My  naked  soul  I  trust ; 
And  my  flesh  waits  for  Thy  command 
To  drop  into  my  dust. 


1014.  L.  M.  Bryant. 

Elessed  are  they  that  mouex.  — Matt.  5  :  4. 

1.  0,  deevt  not  they  are  blessed  alone 

"Whose  lives  a  peaceful  tenor  keep ; 
For  God,  who  pities  man,  has  shown 
A  blessing  for  the  eyes  that  weep. 

2.  The  light  of  smiles  shall  fill  again 

The  lids  that  overflow  with  tears ; 
And  weary  hours  of  woe  and  pain 
Are  promises  of  happier  years. 
697 


DEATH. 

3.  And  ye  who  at  a  friend's  low  bier 

Now  shed  the  bitter  drops  like  rain, 
Hope  that  a  brighter,  happier  sphere 
Will  give  him  to  your  arms  again. 

4.  Nor  let  the  good  man's  trust  depart, 

Though  life  its  common  gifts  deny, 
Though  with  a  pierced  and  broken  heart, 
And  spurned  of  men,  he  goes  to  die. 

o.  For  God  has  marked  each  sorrowing  day, 
And  numbered  every  secret  tear, 
And  heaven's  long  age  of  bliss  shall  pay 
For  all  His  children  suffer  here. 


1015.  C.  M.  Doddridge. 

Moses,  My  servant,  is  dead.  — Josh.  1:  2. 

1.  Now  let  our  mourning  hearts  revive, 

And  all  our  tears  be  dry  ; 
Why  should  those  eyes  be  drowned  in  grief 
Which  view  a  Saviour  nigh  ? 

2.  What  though  the  arm  of  conquering  death 

Does  God's  own  house  invade  ? 
What  though  the  prophet  and  the  priest 
Be  numbered  with  the  dead  ? 

3.  Though  earthly  shepherds  dwell  in  dust, 

The  aged  and  the  young,  — 
The  watchful  eye  in  darkness  closed, 
And  mute  the  instructive  tongue,  — 

4.  The  eternal  Shepherd  still  survives 

New  comfort  to  impart : 
His  eye  still  guides  us.  and  His  voice 
Still  animates  our  heart. 
698 


SUPPORT    AND    CONSOLATION. 

"  Lo,  I  am  with  you,"  saith  the  Lord ; 

"  My  church  shall  safe  abide  ; 
For  I  will  ne'er  forsake  My  own, 

Whose  souls  in  Me  confide." 


1016.  s.  m. 

Let  me  die  the  death  of  the  righteous.  — Num.  23  :  10. 

1.  O  for  the  death  of  those 

Who  slumber  in  the  Lord ! 

O,  be  like  theirs  my  last  repose, 

Like  theirs  my  last  reward. 

2.  Their  bodies  in  the  ground, 

In  silent  hope,  may  lie, 
Till  the  last  trumpet's  joyful  sound 
Shall  call  them  to  the  sky. 

3.  Their  ransomed  spirits  soar, 

On  wings  of  faith  and  love, 

To  meet  the  Saviour  they  adore, 

And  reign  with  Him  above. 

4.  0  for  the  death  of  those 

Who  slumber  in  the  Lord ! 

0,  be  like  theirs  my  last  repose, 

Like  theirs  my  last  reward. 

1017.  8s  &  7s.  S.  F.  Smith. 

I  AM  yOVT   READY  TO  BE  OFFERED.  — 2  Tim.  4  :  G. 

1.  Ready  now  to  spread  my  pinions, 
Glad  to  wing  my  flight  away 
From  the  gloom  that  hovers  round  me, 
To  the  realms  of  endless  day. 
699 


D  EAT  IT. 


2.  Ready  to  be  freed  from  sorrow. 

Tear-  and  partings,  toil  and  pain; 
Ready  for  the  heavenly  man-ion; 
Life  is  dear,  but  death  is  gain. 

3.  Ready  with  the  just  made  perfect, 

Clothed  in  robes  of  light  to  bje  ; 
Swelling  the  enraptured  chorus, 
Singing  joy  and  victory. 

4.  As  the  bird  with  warbling  music 

Soars  above  our  feeble  sight, 
Singing  still,  and  still  ascending, 
Melting  in  the  glorious  light, — 

5.  So  the  dying  saint,  departing, 

Joyful  takes  his  heavenward  way ; 
Life,  and  time,  and  gladness  blending 
In  the  light  of  perfect  day. 


1018.  lis  &  12s.  Muhlenberg. 

I  WOULD   XOT   LIVE   ALWAY.  —  Job  7  :  1G. 

1.  I  would  not  live  alway :  I  ask  not  to  stay 
Where  storm  after  storm  rises  dark  o'er  the  way ; 
The  few  lurid  mornings  that  dawn  on  us  here 
Are  enough  for  life's  woes,  full  enough  for  its  cheer. 

2.  I  would  not  live  alway  thus  fettered  by  sin  — 
Temptation  without  and  corruption  within : 
E'en  the  rapture  of  pardon  is  mingled  with  fears, 
And  the  cup  of  thanksgiving  with  penitent  tears. 

3.  I  would  not  live  alway :  no,  welcome  the  tomb ; 
Since  Jesus  hath  lain  there.  I  dread  not  it<  gloom; 
There  sweet  be  my  rest,  till  He  bid  me  arise 

To  hail  Him  in  triumph  descending  the  skies. 
700 


srrroitT  and  consolation. 

Who,  who  would  live  alwav.  away  from  his  God, 
Away  from  von  heaven,  that  blissful  abode, 
Where  the  rivers  of  pleasure  flow  o'er  the  bright 

plains. 
And  the  noontide  of  glory  eternally  reigns  ?  — 

Where  the  saints  of  all  ages  in  harmony  meet, 
Their  Saviour  and  brethren  transported  to  greet ; 
While  the  anthems  of  rapture  unceasingly  roll, 
And  the  smile  of  the  Lord  is  the  life  of  the  soul. 


1019.  7s.  C.Wesley. 

Death  is  swallowed  up  is  victory.  — 1  Cor.  15  :  54. 

1.  Lo,  the  prisoner  is  released, 

Lightened  of  his  fleshly  load ; 
Where  the  weary  are  at  rest, 

He  is  gathered  unto  God  : 
Lo,  the  pain  of  life  is  passed, 

All  his  warfare  now  is  o'er ; 
Death  and  hell  behind  are  cast, 

Grief  and  suffering  are  no  more. 

2.  Yes,  the  Christian's  course  is  run  ; 

Ended  is  the  glorious  strife  ; 
Fought  the  fight,  the  work  is  done ; 

Death  is  swallowed  up  of  life  ; 
Borne  by  angels  on  their  wings, 

Far  from  earth  his  spirit  flies, 
Finds  his  God,  and  sits,  and  sings 

Triumphing  in  paradise. 

3.  Join  we  then  with  one  accord 

In  the  new,  the  joyful  song; 
Absent  from  our  loving  Lord 
We  shall  not  continue  long ; 
701 


PKATII. 

"We  shall  quit  the  house  of  clay, 
We  a  better  lot  shall  share  ; 

We  shall  sec  the  realms  of  day, 
Meet  our  happy  brother  there. 

1020.  8s,  7s,  &  4. 

The  SPIRIT  siiael  brtukh  unto  God,  -who  gave  it.  — Eccl.  12:  7. 

1.  Tossed  no  more  on  life's  rough  billow, 

All  the  storms  of  sorrow  fled, 
Death  hath  found  a  quiet  pillow 
For  the  aired  Christian's  head, 

Peaceful  slumbers 
Guarding  now  his  lowly  bed. 

2.  O,  may  we  be  reunited 

To  the  spirits  of  the  just. 
Leaving  all  that  sin  hath  blighted 
With  corruption,  in  the  dust : 

Hear  us,  Jesus, 
Thou  our  Lord,  our  Life,  our  Trust. 

1021.  L.  M.  Watts. 

To  die  IS  gaix.  —  Phil.  1  :  21. 

1.  Why  should  we  start  and  fear  to  die? 

What  timorous  worms  we  mortals  are ! 
Death  is  the  gate  of  endless  joy, 
And  yet  we  dread  to  enter  there. 

2.  The  pains,  the  groans,  and  dying  strife 

Fright  our  approaching  souls  away ; 
Still  we  shrink  back  again  to  life. 
Fond  of  our  prison  and  our  clay. 
702 


SUPPORT   AND    CONSOLATION. 

3.  0.  if  my  Lord  would  come  and  m< 

My  soul  should  stretch  her  wings  in  haste, 
Fly  fearless  through  death's  iron  _ 
2sur  feel  the  tern  passed* 

4.  Jesus  can  make  a  dying  1 

Fuel  soft  as  downy  pillows  are. 
While  on  His  breast  I  lean  my  head. 
And  breathe  my  life  out  sweetly  there. 


1022.  P.  M.  Pope. 

O  DEATH,  WHERE   IS   THY   STING  ?  — 1  COT.13  :  JO. 

1.  Vital  spark  of  heavenly  flame, 
Quit.  0.  quit  this  mortal  frame  : 
Trembling,  hoping,  lingering,  flying, 

O,  the  pain,  the  bliss,  of  dying ! 
Cease,  fond  nature,  cease  thy  strife, 
And  let  me  languish  into  life. 

2.  Hark,  they  whisper  :  angels  say, 
••  Sister  spirit,  come  away  !" 

What  is  this  absorbs  me  quite. 
Steals  my  senses,  shuts  my  sight. 
Drowns  my  spirits,  draws  my  breath  ? 
Tell  me.  my  soul,  can  this  be  death  ? 

3.  The  world  recedes  !  it  disappears ! 
Heaven  opens  on  my  eyes  !  mv  ears 
With  sounds  seraphic  ring  ! 

Lend,  lend  your  wings  !  I  mount !  I  fly  ! 
O  grave,  where  is  thy  victory  ? 
0  death,  where  is  thy  sting? 
703 


DEATH. 

1023.  8s  &  4s.  Dale. 

THOUGH  I   WALK   THROUGH   THE    VALLEY   OF   THE    SHADOW   OF   DEATH,  I  WILL 

feai:  .no  evil.  —  Pr.25:  4. 

1.  When  the  spark  of  life  is  waning, 

Weep  not  for  me  : 
When  the  languid  eye  is  straining, 

Weep  not  for  me  : 
When  the  feeble  pulse  is  ceasing, 
Start  not  at  its  swift  decreasing : 
'Tis  the  fettered  soul's  releasing : 

Weep  not  for  me. 

2.  When  the  pangs  of  death  assail  me, 

Weep  not  for  me : 
Christ  is  mine  —  He  cannot  fail  me ; 

Weep  not  for  me  : 
Yes,  though  sin  and  doubt  endeavor 
From  His  love  my  soul  to  sever, 
Jesus  is  my  Strength  forever : 

Weep  not  for  me. 

1024.  L.  M.  Huns. 

Because  I  live,  ye  shall  live  also.  — John  14  :  19. 

1.  O  ye  who  with  the  silent  tear 
And  saddened  steps  assemble  here, 

To  bear  these  cold,  these  loved,  remains 
Where  dark  and  cheerless  silence  reigns,  — 
Your  sorrows  hush,  your  griefs  dispel; 
The  Saviour  lives,  and  all  is  well. 

2.  That  eye,  indeed,  is  rayless  now, 

And  pale  that  cheek,  and  chill  that  brow ; 
Yet,  could  the  lifeless  form  declare 
The  joys  its  soul  is  called  to  share, 
How  would  our  souls  rejoice  to  tell, 
The  Saviour  lives,  and  all  is  well ! 
704 


BUPFOBT   AND    CONSOLATION. 

1025.  8s  &  7s. 

Thy  will  ee  done.  — Matt.  K  :  12. 

1.  Jesus,  while  our  hearts  are  bleeding 

O'er  the  spoils  that  death  lias  won, 
We  would,  at  this  solemn  meeting. 
Calmly  say,  ,%  Thy  will  be  done." 

2.  Though  cast  down,  we're  not  forsaken  ; 

Though  afflicted,  not  alone  : 
Thou  didst  give,  and  Thou  hast  taken  ; 
Blessed  Lord,  u  Thy  will  be  done." 

3.  Though  to-day  we're  tilled  with  mourning, 

Mercy  still  is  on  the  throne  : 
With  Thy  smiles  of  love  returning. 
We  can  sing,  M  Thy  will  be  done." 

4.  By  Thy  hands  the  boon  was  given ; 

Thou  hast  taken  but  Thine  own. 
Lord  of  earth,  and  God  of  heaven, 
Evermore  "  Thy  will  be  done." 

1026.  Gs  &  4s.  Hemaxs. 

He  shall  sustain-  thee.  — Ts.  co:  i2. 

1.  Lowly  and  solemn  be 
Thy  children's  cry  to  Thee, 

Father  divine  ; 
A  hymn  of  suppliant  breath, 
Owning  that  life  and  death 

Alike  are  Thine. 

2.  By  Him  who  bowed  to  take 
The  death-cup  for  our  sake. 

The  thorn,  the  rod, — 
45  705 


DEATH. 

From  whom  tin*  last  dismay 
Was  noi  b  pass  away, — 

Aid  OS,  0  GroA 

3.  Tremblers  beside  the  grave, 
We  call  on  Thee  to  save. 

Father  divine  ; 
Hear,  heai*  our  suppliant  breath; 
Keep  us,  in  life  and  death, 
Thinfe,  only  Thine. 

1027.  L.  M.  Steele. 

The  wind  passetii  over  it,  and  it  is  goxe.  —  Pa.  103:  16. 

1.  So  fades  the  lovely  blooming  flower, 
Frail,  smiling  solace  of  an  hour; 

So  soon  our  transient  comforts  fly, 
And  pleasure  only  blooms  to  die. 

2.  Is  there  no  kind,  no  lenient  art 
To  heal  the  anguish  of  the  heart? 
O,  let  Religion  then  be  nigh; 

Her  comforts  were  not  made  to  die. 

3.  Then  gentle  Patience  smiles  on  Pain, 
And  dying  Hope  revives  again  ; 

Hope  wipes  the  tear  from  Sorrow's  eye, 
And  Faith  points  upward  to  the  sky. 

DOXOLOGY. 

To  God  the  Father,  God  the  Son, 
And  God  the  Spirit,  Three  in  One, 
Be  honor,  praise,  and  glory  given 
By  all  on  earth  and  all  in  heaven. 
70G 


srrroKT  and  consolation. 

1028.  C.  M.  Steele. 

Of  few  days.— Job  14  :  1. 

1.  When  blooming  youth  is  snatched  away 

By  Death's  resistless  hand. 
Our  hearts  the  mournful  tribute  pay 
Which  pity  must  demand. 

2.  While  pity  prompts  the  rising  sigh, 

O,  may  this  truth,  impressed 
With  awful  power,  u  I.  too.  must  die," 
Sink  deep  in  every  breast. 

3.  The  voice  of  this  alarming  scene 

May  every  heart  obey  : 
Nor  be  the  heavenly  warning  vain 
Which  calls  to  watch  and  pray. 

4.  O,  let  us  fly.  to  Jesus  fly. 

Whose  powerful  arm  can  save  ; 
Then  shall  our  hopes  ascend  on  high, 
And  triumph  o'er  the  grave. 

1029.  C.  M.  Doddridge. 

A  PLACE  AND  A  .VAME    EETTEK   THAN'   OF   SOX5   AXD   OF   DAUGHTERS.  —Is.  56  I  5. 

1.  Ye  mourning  saints,  whose  streaming  tears 

Flow  o'er  your  children  dead, 
Say  not.  in  transports  of  despair, 
That  all  your  hopes  are  fled. 

2.  While,  cleaving  to  that  darling  dust, 

In  fond  distress  ye  lie, 
Rise,  and  with  joy  and  reverence  view 
A  heavenly  Parent  nigh. 

707  " 


DEATH. 

3.  "  I'll  give  the  mourner,"  saith  the  Lord, 

••  In  My  own  house  a  place  ; 
No  name  of  daughters  and  of  sons 
Could  yield  so  high  a  grace. 

4.  "  Transient  and  vain  is  every  hope 

A  rising  race  can  give ; 
In  endless  honor  and  delight 
My  children  all  shall  live." 

5.  We  welcome,  Lord,  those  rising  tears 

Through  which  Thy  face  we  see, 
And  bless  those  wounds  which  through  our  hearts 
Prepare  a  way  to  Thee. 

1030.  C.  M.  Sigourxey. 

TlIV  EEOTIIEK   SHALL  RISE   AGAIN".  —  John  11:  2C. 

1.  As,  bowed  by  sudden  storms,  the  rose 

Sinks  on  the  garden's  breast, 
Down  to  the  grave  our  brother  goes, 
In  silence  there  to  rest. 

2.  No  more  with  us  his  tuneful  voice 

The  hymn  of  praise  shall  swell ; 
No  more  his  cheerful  heart  rejoice 
When  peals  the  Sabbath  bell. 

3.  Yet  if,  in  yonder  cloudless  sphere, 

Amid  a  sinless  throng. 
He  utters  in  his  Saviour's  ear 
The  everlasting  song,  — 

4.  No  more  we'll  mourn  the  absent  friend, 

But  lift  our  earnest  prayer, 
And  daily  every  effort  bend 
To  rise  and  join  him  there. 
708 


SUPPORT    AND    CONSOLATION". 

1031.  L.  M.  Epis.  Coll. 

Of  such  is  the  kingdom  of  God.  — Mark  10:  14. 

1.  As  the  sweet  flower  that  scents  the  morn, 

But  withers  in  the  rising  day, 

Thus  lovely  was  this  infant's  dawn, 

Thus  swiftly  fled  its  life  away. 

2.  It  died  ere  its  expanding  soul 

Had  ever  burned  with  wrong  desires, 
Had  ever  spurned  at  Heaven's  control, 
Or  ever  quenched  its  sacred  fires. 

3.  It  died  to  sin  ;  it  died  to  cares  ; 

But  for  a  moment  felt  the  rod. 
O  mourner,  such,  the  Lord  declares, — 
Such  are  the  children  of  our  God. 


1032.  8s  &  7s.  Waterstox. 

He   COMETH   FORTH  LIKE  A  FLOWER,  AXD  IS  CUT  DOWX.  —  Job  14  :  2. 

1.  Oxe  sweet  flower  has  drooped  and  faded; 

One  sweet  infant  voice  has  fled ; 
One  fair  brow  the  grave  has  shaded ; 
One  dear  schoolmate  now  is  dead. 

2.  But  we  feel  no  thought  of  sadness, 

For  our  friend  is  happy  now ; 

She  has  knelt  in  soul-felt  gladness 

"Where  the  blessed  angels  bow. 

3.  May  our  footsteps  never  falter 

In  the  path  that  she  has  trod  ,• 
May  we  worship  at  the  altar 
Of  the  great  and  living  God. 
709 


DEATH. 

1033.  L.  M.  Mackat. 

IIe  fell  asleep. —  Acts?  :  CO. 

1.  Asleep  in  Jesus  !     Blessed  sleep  ! 
From  which  none  ever  wakes  to  weep  ; 
A  calm  and  undisturbed  repose, 
Unbroken  by  the  dread  of  foes. 

2.  Asleep  in  Jesus  !     Peaceful  rest ! 
Whose  waking  is  supremely  blessed  ; 
No  fear,  no  woes,  shall  dim  that  hour 
"Which  manifests  the  Saviour's  power. 

3.  Asleep  in  Jesus  !     Time  nor  space 
Debars  this  precious  hiding  place  ; 
On  Indian  plains  or  Lapland's  snows 
Believers  find  the  same  repose. 

4.  Asleep  in  Jesus  !     O,  how  sweet 
To  be  for  such  a  slumber  meet ! 
With  holy  confidence  to  sing 

That  Death  has  lost  his  venomed  sting ! 

5.  Asleep  in  Jesus  !     O,  for  me 
May  such  a  blissful  Refuge  be  ; 
Securely  shall  my  ashes  lie, 

And  wait  the  summons  from  on  high. 


1034.  C.  31.  Watts. 

If  we  be  dead  with  Ciirist.  we  bf.t.teve  that  ave  shall  also  live  with 
Him.  — Rom.  G  :  S. 

1.  Why  do  we  mourn  departing  friends, 
Or  shake  at  death's  alarms  ? 
'Tis  but  the  voice  that  Jesus  .-ends 
To  call  them  to  1 1  is  arms. 
710 


SUPPORT    AND    CONSOLATION. 

2.  Are  we  not  tending  upward,  too, 

As  fast  as  time  can  move  ? 
Nop  would  we  wish  the  hours  more  slow, 
To  keep  us  from  our  Love. 

3.  The  graves  of  all  the  saints  He  blessed, 

And  softened  every  bed  ; 
"Where  should  the  dying  members  rest 
But  with  the  dying  Head  ? 

4.  Thence  He  arose,  ascending  high, 

And  showed  our  feet  the  way  ; 
Up  to  the  Lord  our  flesh  shall  fly 
At  the  great  rising  day. 

5.  Then  let  the  last  loud  trumpet  sound, 

And  bid  our  kindred  rise  ; 
Awake,  ye  nations  under  ground ; 
Ye  saints,  ascend  the  skies. 

1035.  C.  M.  Watts. 

IT   IS    AFrOIXTED   U.NTO  MEX   OXCE   TO  DIE.  — Hcb.  9:  27. 

1.  Hark  !  from  the  tombs  a  doleful  sound  ! 

My  ears,  attend  the  cry : 
"  Ye  living  men,  come,  view  the  ground 
Where  you  must  shortly  lie. 

2.  ';  Princes,  this  clay  must  be  your  bed, 

In  spite  of  all  your  towers  ; 
The  tall,  the  wise,  the  reverend  head 
Must  lie  as  low  as  ours." 

3.  Great  God,  is  this  our  certain  doom  ? 

And  are  Ave  still  secure  ? 
Still  walking  downward  to  our  tomb, 
And  yet  prepare  no  more  ? 
711 


DEATH. 


4.  Grant  us  the  powers  of  quickening  grace, 
To  fit  our  souls  to  fly ; 
Then,  when  we  drop  this  dying  flesh, 
AW11  rise  above  the  sky. 


1036.  C.  M.  Steele. 

Mr  flesh  shall  BEST  ix  norE.  —  Acts  2:  20. 

1.  Life  is  a  span,  a  fleeting  hour ; 

How  soon  the  vapor  flies  ! 
Man  is  a  tender,  transient  flower, 
That  e'en  in  blooming  dies. 

2.  The  once-loved  form,  now  cold  and  dead, 

Each  mournful  thought  employs ; 
And  Xature  weeps  her  comforts  fled, 
And  withered  all  her  joys. 

3.  Hope  looks  beyond  the  bounds  of  time, 

When  what  we  now  deplore 

Shall  rise  in  full,  immortal  prime, 

And  bloom  to  fade  no  more. 

4.  Then  cease,  fond  Nature,  cease  thy  tears ; 

Religion  points  on  high ; 
There  everlasting  spring  appears, 
And  joys  that  cannot  die. 

1037.  8s  &  7s.  Collyer. 

It  shall  be  well  with  him.  — Is.  3:  10. 

1.  Cease,  ye  mourners,  cease  to  languish 
O'er  the  grave  of  those  you  love  ; 
Pain,  and  death,  and  night,  and  anguish, 
Enter  not  the  world  above. 
712 


SUPPORT    AND     CONSOLATION. 

2.  While  our  silent  steps  are  straying, 

Lonely,  through  night's  deepening  shade, 
Glory's  brightest  beams  are  playing 
Round  the  happy  Christian's  head. 

3.  Light  and  peaee  at  onee  deriving 

From  the  hand  of  God  most  high, 
In  His  glorious  presence  living, 
They  shall  never,  never  die. 

4.  Endless  pleasure,  pain  excluding. 

Sickness  there  no  more  can  come ; 
There,  no  fear  of  woe,  intruding. 

Sheds  o'er  heaven  a  moment's  doom. 


1038.  L.  M.  Watts. 

Axd  LAID  IT  IX  HIS  OWB  >'E^'  TOMD.  —  Matt.  27  :  CO. 

1.  Unveil  thy  bosom,  faithful  tomb; 

Take  this  new  treasure  to  thy  trust ; 
And  give  these  sacred  relics  room 
To  seek  a  slumber  in  the  dust. 

2.  Nor  pain,  nor  grief,  nor  anxious  fear 

Invade  thy  bounds  ;  no  mortal  woes 
Can  reach  the  peaceful  sleeper  here, 
And  angels  watch  the  soft  repose. 

3.  So  Jesus  slept :   God's  dying  Son 

Passed  through  the  grave,  and  blessed  the  bed ; 
Rest  here,  blest  saint,  till  from  His  throne 
The  morning  break,  and  pierce  the  shade. 

4.  Break  from  His  throne,  illustrious  morn ; 

Attend,  O  earth.  His  sovereign  word ; 
Restore  thy  trust ;  a  glorious  form 

Shall  then  ascend  and  meet  the  Lord. 
713 


IMMORTALITY. 


IMMORTALITY.  —  THE  RESURRE  CTIOX. 

1039.  8s  &  4.  Montgomery. 

I  WILL   REDEEM   THEil   FROM   DEATH.  — IloS.  13  :  14. 

1.  There  is  a  calm  for  those  who  weep, 

A  rest  for  weary  pilgrims  found : 
They  softly  lie,  and  sweetly  sleep, 
Low  in  the  ground. 

2.  The  storm  that  racks  the  wintry  sky 

No  more  disturbs  their  deep  repose 
Than  summer  evening's  latest  sigh, 
That  shuts  the  rose. 

3.  I  long  to  lay  this  painful  head 

And  aching  heart  beneath  the  soil ; 
To  slumber,  in  that  dreamless  bed, 
From  all  my  toil. 

4.  The  soul,  of  origin  divine, 

God's  glorious  image,  freed  from  clay, 
In  heaven's  eternal  sphere  shall  shine, 
A  star  of  day. 

5.  The  sun  is  but  a  spark  of  fire, 

A  transient  meteor  in  the  sky : 
The  soul,  immortal  as  its  Sire, 
Shall  never  die. 

1040.  L.  M.  Dwight. 

Shall  the  dead  arise  axd  praise  TnEE  ?  —  Ps.  68:  10. 

1.  Shall  man,  O  God  of  light  and  life, 
Forever  moulder  in  the  grave  ? 
Canst  Thou  forget  Thy  glorious  work, 
Thy  promise,  and  Thy  power  to  save  ? 
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THE    RESURRECTION. 

2.  But  in  those  silent  realms  of  night 

Shall  peace  and  hope  no  more  arise, 
Xo  future  morning  light  the  tomb, 

Nor  daystar  gild  the  darksome  ^kies? 

o.  Shall  spring  the  faded  world  revive  ? 

Shall  waning  moons  their  light  return? 
Again  shall  setting  suns  ascend. 
And  the  lost  day  anew  be  bom  ? 

4.  Shall  life  revisit  dying  worms, 

Amd  spread  the  joyful  insect's  wing? 
And.  O,  shall  man  awake  no  more, 
To  see  Thy  iace,  Thy  name  to  sing? 

5.  Cease,  cease,  ye  vain,  desponding  fears : 

When  Christ,  our  Lord,  from  darkness  sprang, 
Death,  the  last  toe,  was  captive  led, 

And  heaven  with  praise  and  wonder  rang. 

6.  Faith  sees  the  bright,  eternal  doors 

Unfold  to  make  His  children  way ; 
They  shall  be  clothed  with  endless  life, 
And  shine  in  everlasting  day. 

7.  The  trump  shall  sound,  the  dust  awake. 

From  the  cold  tomb  the  slumberers  spring ; 
Through  heaven  with  joy  their  myriads  rise, 
And  hail  their  Saviour  and  their  King. 


1041.  S.  M.  Watts. 

I5-  KT  FLESH   SHALL  I   SEE    GOD.  —  Job  19  :  26. 

1.  And  must  this  body  die. 

This  mortal  frame  decay  ? 
And  must  these  active  limbs  of  mine 
Lie  mouldering  in  the  clay  ? 

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IMMORTALITY. 

2.  Corruption,  earth,  and  worms 

Shall  but  refine  this  flesh, 
Till  my  triumphant  spirit  comes, 
To  put  it  on  afresh. 

3.  God,  my  Redeemer,  lives, 

And  often,  from  the  skies, 
Looks  down  and  watches  all  my  dust, 
Till  He  shall  bid  it  rise. 

4.  Arrayed  in  glorious  grace 

Shall  these  vile  bodies  shine, 
And  every  shape,  and  every  face, 
Look  heavenly  and  divine. 

5.  These  lively  hopes  we  owe 

To  Jesus'  dying  love  ; 
We  would  adore  His  grace  below, 
And  sing  His  power  above. 

6.  Dear  Lord,  accept  the  praise 

Of  these  our  humble  songs, 
Till  tunes  of  nobler  sound  we  raise 
With  our  immortal  tongues. 


1042.  L.  M.  Cexxick. 

Because  I  live,  ye  siiall  live  also.  — John  14 :  19. 

1.  Jesus,  my  All,  to  heaven  is  gone, 
He  whom  I  fix  my  hopes  upon  ; 
His  track  I  see,  and  I'll  pursue 
The  narrow  way  till  Him  I  view ;  — 

2.  The  way  the  holy  prophets  went, 
The  way  that  leads  from  banishment, 
The  King's  highway  of  holiness ; 
I'll  go,  for  all  His  paths  are  peace. 

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THE    RESURRECTION". 

3.  This  ia  the  way  I  long  had  sought, 
And  mourned  because  I  found  it  not ; 

My  grief  a  burden  long  had  been, 
Oppressed  with  unbelief  and  sin. 

4.  The  more  I  strove  against  their  power, 
I  sinned  and  stumbled  but  the  more ; 
Till,  late,  I  heard  my  Saviour  say. 

u  Come  hither,  soul ;  I  am  the  Way" 

5.  Lo,  glad  I  come,  and  Thou,  blest  Lamb, 
Shalt  take  me  to  Thee  as  I  am : 
Nothing  but  sin  I  Thee  ean  give ; 
Nothing  but  love  shall  I  receive. 

G.  Then  will  I  tell  to  sinners  round 
What  a  dear  Saviour  I  have  found ; 
I'll  point  to  Thy  redeeming  blood. 
And  say,  <•'  Behold  the  Way  to  God." 


1043.  C.  M.  White. 

Whosoever  liveth  a>*d  eelievetii  ir  Me  siiall  xevee  die.  —  John  11 :  26. 

1.  Through  sorrow's  night,  and  danger's  path, 

Amid  the  deepening  gloom, 
We,  followers  of  our  suffering  Lord, 
Are  marching  to  the  tomb. 

2.  There,  when  the  turmoil  is  no  more, 

And  all  our  powers  decay, 
Our  cold  remains  in  solitude 
Shall  sleep  the  years  away. 

3.  Our  labors  done,  securely  laid 

In  this  our  last  retreat. 
Unheeded  o'er  our  silent  dust 
The  storms  of  earth  shall  beat 
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IMMORTALITY. 

4.  Yet  not  thus  buried,  or  extinct, 

The  vital  spark  shall  lie  ; 
*  For  o'er  life's  wreck  that  spark  shall  rise 
To  seek  its  kindred  sky. 

5.  These  ashes,  too,  this  little  dust, 

Our  Father's  care  shall  keep, 
Till  the  last  angel  rise  and  break 
The  long  and  dreary  sleep. 

6.  Then  love's  soft  dew  o'er  every  eye 

Shall  shed  its  mildest  rays, 
And  the  long-silent  voice  awake 
With  shouts  of  endless  praise. 


IMMORTALITY.  — THE   JUDGMENT. 
1044.  8s,  7s,  &  4.  Goode. 

Oue  God  shall  come,  and  shall  >~ot  keep  silence.  —  Ps.50  :  3. 

1.  Lo,  the  mighty  God  appearing, 

From  on  high  Jehovah  speaks  : 
Eastern  lands  the  summons  hearing, 
O'er  the  west  His  thunder  breaks ; 

Earth  beholds  Him ; 
Universal  nature  shakes. 

2.  Zion,  all  its  light  unfolding, 

God  in  glory  shall  display : 
Lo,  He  comes,  nor  silence  holding ; 
Fire  and  clouds  prepare  His  way ; 

Tempests  round  Him 
Hasten  on  the  dreadful  day. 
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THE   JUDGMENT. 

3.  To  the  heavens  His  voice  ascending 

To  the  earth  beneath  He  cries, 

u  Souls  immortal,  now  descending,  • 

Let  the  sleeping  dust  arise ; 

Rise  to  judgment  ; 
Lei  My  throne  adorn  the  skies. 

4.  u  Gather  first  My  saints  around  Me, 

Those  who  to  My  covenant  stood  ; 
Those  who  humbly  sought  and  found  Me 
Through  the  dying  Saviour's  blood ; 

Blest  Redeemer! 
Dearest  sacrifice  to  God/' 

5.  Xow  the  heavens  on  high  adore  Him, 

And  His  righteousness  declare  ; 
Sinners  perish  from  before  Him. 
But  His  saints  His  mercies  share: 

Just  His  judgment ; 
God,  Himself  the  Judge,  is  there. 

1045.  10s  &   lis.  Watts. 

IIe  siiall  call  to  the  heaven's  from  above,  ant  to  the  eaeth,  that 
IIe  may  judge  His  PBOPUC  —  Ps.  j0  :  4. 

1.  The  God  of  glory  sends  His  summons  forth, 
Calls  the  south  nations,  and  awakes  the  north ; 
From  east  to  west  the  sovereign  orders  spread. 
Through  distant  worlds  and  regions  of  the  dead : 
The  trumpet  sounds :  hell  trembles  ;  heaven  rejoices ; 
Lift  up  your  heads,  ye  saints,  with  cheerful  voices. 

2.  Xo  more  shall  atheists  mock  His  long  delay : 
His  vengeance  sleeps  no  more :  behold  the  day ; 
Behold,  the  Judge  descends  :   His  guard-  are  nigh ; 
Tempest  and  lire  attend  Him  down  the  sky : 
"When  God  appears,  all  nature  shall  adore  Him ; 
While  sinners  tremble,  saints  rejoice  before  Him. 

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IMMORTALITY. 


Sinners,  awake  betimes  ;  ye  fools,  be  wise ; 

Awake  before  this  dreadful  morning  rise ; 

Change   your  vain  thoughts,  your  crooked  works 

amend ; 
Fly  to  the  Saviour,  make  the  Judge  your  Friend ; 
Then  join  the  saints  ;  wake  every  cheerful  passion ; 
When  Christ  returns,  He  comes  for  your  salvation. 


1046.  L.  SI.  Heber. 


When  the  Loed  Jesus  shall  be  eevealed  from  iieavex,  with  His 

MIGHT Y  ANGELS.  — 2  TllCSS,  1  :  7. 


1.  The  Lord  will  come ;  the  earth  shall  quake, 
The  hills  their  ancient  seats  forsake, 

And,  withering,  from  the  vault  of  night 
The  stars  withdraw  their  feeble  light. 

2.  The  Lord  will  come,  but  not  the  same 
As  once  in  lowly  form  He  came.  — 
A  quiet  Lamb  to  slaughter  led.  — 

The  bruised,  the  suffering,  and  the  dead. 

3.  The  Lord  will  come,  a  dreadful  Form, 
With  wreath  of  flame,  and  robe  of  storm, 
On  cherub  wings,  and  wings  of  wind, 
Anointed  Judge  of  human  kind. 

4.  Can  this  be  He  who  wont  to  stray 
A  Pilgrim  on  the  world's  highway, 

By  power  oppressed,  and  mocked  by  pride  ? 
O  God,  is  this  the  Crucified  ? 

5.  Go,  tyrants,  to  the  rocks  complain ; 
Go  seek  the  mountain's  cleft  in  vain  ; 
But  faith,  victorious  o'er  the  tomb, 
Shall  sing  for  joy,  "  The  Lord  is  come." 

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THE    JUDGMENT. 

1047.  C.  M.  Addison. 

Whex  He  risiTEin,  what  shall  I  axswee  Him  ?  —  J.^b  31  :  14. 

1.  WheMj  rising  from  the  bed  of  death, 

Overwhelmed  with  guilt  and  fear, 

I  see  my  Maker  face  to  face, 
O,  how  shall  I  appear  ? 

2.  If  yet.  while  pardon  may  be  found, 

And  mercy  may  be  sought, 
My  heart  with  inward  horror  shrinks, 
And  trembles  at  the  thought, — 

3.  When  Thou.  O  Lord,  shalt  stand  disclosed 

In  majesty  severe, 
And  sit  in  judgment  on  my  soul, 
0,  how  shall  I  appear? 

1048.  L.  It  Scott. 

WBZX1   SHALL  THE   UXGODLT  AST)  THE    SISSEE  APPEAE  ?  —  1  Pet.  4  i  IS. 

1.  That  day  of  wrath,  that  dreadful  day. 
When  heaven  and  earth  shall  pass  away ! 
TVhat  power  shall  be  the  sinner's  stay  ? 
How  shall  he  meet  that  dreadful  day. — 

2.  \Then,  shrivelling  like  a  parched  scroll, 
The  naming  heavens  together  roll. 
TThen  louder  yet.  and  yet  more  dread. 
Swells  the  high  trump  that  wakes  the  dead  ? 

3.  0.  on  that  day,  that  wrathful  day, 
When  man  to  judgment  wake-  from  clay, 
Be  Thou  the  trembling  sinner's  stay. 
Though  heaven  and  earth  shall  pass  away. 

"    46  721 


IMMORTALITY. 

1049.  L.  M.  Watts. 

TlIE   EARTH   SAW,   AND   TREMBLED. —Ps.  97:  4. 

1.  He  reigns,  the  Lord,  the  Saviour,  reigns; 
Praise  Him  in  evangelic  strains ; 

Let  the  whole  earth  in  songs  rejoice ; 
And  distant  islands  join  their  voice. 

2.  Deep  are  His  counsels,  and  unknown ; 
But  grace  and  truth  support  His  throne ; 
Though  gloomy  clouds  His  way  surround, 
Justice  is  their  eternal  ground. 

3.  In  robes  of  judgment,  lo,  He  comes, 

Shakes  the  wide  earth,  and  cleaves  the  tombs ; 
Before  Him  burns  devouring  fire ; 
The  mountains  melt,  the  seas  retire. 

4.  His  enemies,  with  sore  dismay, 

Fly  from  the  sight,  and  shun  the  day; 
Then  lift  your  heads,  ye  saints,  on  high, 
And  sing,  for  your  redemption's  nigh. 

1050-  C.  M.  C.Wesley. 

LOKD,   REMEMBER  ME   WIIEX   TlIOU   COMEST   INTO   TlIT  KINGDOM. 

'  Luko  -J^>  :  42. 

1.  Jesus,  to  Thy  dear  wounds  we  flee; 

We  shelter  in  Thy  side  ; 
Assured  that  all  who  trust  in  Thee 
Shall  evermore  abide. 

2.  Then  let  the  thundering  trumpet  sound, 

The  latest  lightnings  glare, 
The  mountains  melt,  the  solid  ground 
Dissolve  as  liquid  air ;  — 
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THE   JUDGMENT. 

3.  The  huge  celestial  bodies  roll 

Amid  the  general  tire, 
And  shrivel  as  a  parchment  scroll, 
And  all  in  smoke  expire ;  — 

4.  Yet  still  the  Lord,  the  Saviour,  reigns, 

When  nature  is  destroyed, 
And  no  created  thing  remains 
Throughout  the  flaming  void. 

5.  Sublime  on  His  eternal  throne, 

He  speaks  the  almighty  word; 
His  flat  is  obeyed  ;  'tis  done ; 
And  paradise  restored. 

6.  Thy  power  omnipotent  assume, 

Thy  brightest  majesty; 
And  when  Thou  dost  in  glory  come, 
My  Lord,  remember  me. 


1051.  8s,  7s,  &  4.       Kippon's  Coll. 

Behold,  the  Lord  cometh.—  Jude  14. 

1.  Lo,  He  cometh !  countless  trumpets 

Blow  to  raise  the  sleeping  dead ; 
'Mid  ten  thousand  saints  and  angels, 
See  their  great,  exalted  Head ! 

Hallelujah ! 
"Welcome,  welcome,  Son  of  God ! 

2.  Now  His  merit,  by  the  harpers, 

Through  the  eternal  deep  resounds ; 
Now  resplendent  shine  His  nail-prints, 
Every  eye  shall  see  His  wounds ; 

They  who  pierced  Him 
Shall  at  His  appearance  wail. 
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IMMORTALITY. 

3.  Full  of  joyful  expectation, 

Saints,  behold  the  Judge  appear ; 
Truth  and  justice  go  before  Him ; 
Now  the  joyf ul  sentence  hear ; 

Hallelujah! 
"Welcome,  welcome,  Judge  divine ! 

4.  u  Come,  ye  blessed  of  my  Father, 

Enter  into  life  and  joy  ; 
Banish  all  your  fears  and  sorrows  ; 
Endless  praise  be  your  employ ! " 

Hallelujah! 
Welcome,  welcome  to  the  skies. 

5.  Now  at  once  they  rise  to  glory ; 

Jesus  brings  them  to  the  King ; 
There,  with  all  the  hosts  of  heaven, 
They  eternal  anthems  sing; 

Hallelujah! 
Boundless  glory  to  the  Lamb. 

1052.  C.  M.  Byles. 

At  the  comixg  of  our  Lord  Jesus  Christ,  with  all  His  saixti. 

1  Thess.  3  :  13. 

1.  When  wild  confusion  wrecks  the  air, 

And  tempests  rend  the  skies ; 
While  blended  ruin,  clouds,  and  fire 
In  harsh  disorder  rise  ;  — 

2.  Amid  the  hurricane  I'll  stand, 

And  strike  a  tuneful  song, 
My  harp  all  trembling  in  my  hand, 
And  all  inspired  my  tongue. 

3.  I'll  shout  aloud,  "  Ye  thunders,  roll, 

And  shake  the  sullen  sky ; 
Your  sounding  voice,  from  pole  to  pole, 
In  angry  murmurs  try. 
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THE   JUDGMENT. 

4.  u  Let  the  earth  totter  on  her  base, 

Cloud-  heaven's  wide  arch  deform  ; 
Blow,  all  ye  winds,  from  every  place, 
And  breathe  the  final  storm  ! " 

5.  Come  quickly,  blessed  Hope  —  appear; 

Bid  Thy  swift  chariot  fly; 
Let  angels  warn  Thy  coming  near, 
And  snatch  me  to  the  sky. 

G.  Around  Thy  wheels,  in  the  glad  throng, 
I'd  bear  a  joyful  part ; 
All  hallelujah  on  my  tongue, 
All  rapture  in  my  heart. 


1053.  lis  &  12s.  Milman. 


The  Lcr.D  will  cosie  with  fire,  and  with  His  chaeiot3,  like  a  whiel- 
Wl>'D.  —  Is.  %  :  1.5. 


1.  The  chariot !  the  chariot !  its  wheels  roll  on  fire, 
As  the  Lord  cometh  down  in  the  pomp  of  His  ire ; 
Self-moving,  it  drives  on  its  pathway  of  cloud, 
And  the  heavens  with  the  burden  of  Godhead  are 

bowed. 

2.  The  glory !  the  glory !  by  myriads  are  poured 
All  the  hosts  of  the  angels  to  wait  on  the  Lord ; 
And  the  glorified  saints  and  the  martyrs  are  there, 
And  there  all  who  the  palm  wreath  of  victory  wear. 

8.  The  trumpet !  the  trumpet !  the  dead  have  all  heard ; 
Lo,  the  depths  of  the  stone-covered  charnels  are 

stirred  ! 
From  the  sea,  from  the  land,  from  the  south,  from 

the  north, 
All  the  vast  generations  of  man  are  come  forth. 
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IMMORTALITY. 

4.  The  judgment!  the  judgment !  the  thrones  are  all  set, 
"Where  the  Lamb  and  the  white-vested  elders  are 

met  ; 
All  flesh  lis  at  once  in  the  sight  of  the  Lord, 
And  the  doom  of  eternity  hangs  on  His  word. 

5.  O,  Mercy !  O,  Mercy !  look  down  from  above, 
Creator,  on  us,  Thy  sad  children,  with  love ; 
When  beneath,  to   their  darkness,  the  wicked  are 

driven, 
May  our  sanctified  souls  find  a  mansion  in  heaven. 

1054.  p.  m. 

The  hour  of  His  judgment  is  come.  — Rev.  14  :  7. 

1.  Great  God  !  what  do  I  see  and  hear  ? 

The  end  of  things  created  ! 
Behold  the  Judge  of  man  appear, 

On  clouds  of  glory  seated  ! 
The  trumpet  sounds,  the  graves  restore 
The  dead  which  they  contained  before  ; 

Prepare,  my  soul,  to  meet  Him. 

2.  The  dead  in  Christ  shall  first  arise, 

At  the  last  trumpet's  sounding, 
Caught  up  to  meet  Him  in  the  skies, 

With  joy  their  Lord  surrounding ; 
No  gloomy  fears  their  souls  dismay ; 
His  presence  sheds  eternal  day 

On  those  prepared  to  meet  Him. 

3.  Great  God  !  what  do  I  see  and  hear  ? 

The  end  of  things  created  ! 
Behold  the  Judge  of  man  appear, 

On  clouds  of  glory  seated  ! 
Low  at  His  cross  I  view  the  day 
When  heaven  and  earth  shall  pass  away, 

And  thus  prepare  to  meet  Him. 
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THE    JUDGMENT. 

1055.  S.  M.  Doddridge. 

Who  mat  abide  the  day  of  His  comixg  ?  — 3Ial.  C  \  1. 

1.  And  will  the  Judge  descend? 

And  must  the  dead  arise  ? 
And  not  a  single  soul  escape 
His  all-discerning  eyes  ? 

2.  How  will  our  hearts  endure 

The  terrors  of  that  day, 
When  earth  and  heaven  before  His  face 
Astonished  shrink  away  ? 

3.  But  ere  the  trumpet  shakes 

The  mansions  of  the  dead. 
Hark !  from  the  gospel's  cheering  sound 
What  joyful  tidings  spread  ! 

•4.  Ye  sinners,  seek  His  grace 

Whose  wrath  ye  cannot  bear  ; 
Flee  to  the  shelter  of  His  cross, 
And  find  salvation  there. 


1056.  7s.  Kelly. 

Fob  the  Lobd  Himself  shall  descexd  from  heaven  with  a  SHorx. 

1  Thess.  4  :  10. 

1.  Hark  !  that  shout  of  rapturous  joy, 

Bursting  forth  from  yonder  cloud ! 
Jesus  comes ;  and  through  the  sky 
Angels  tell  their  joy  aloud. 

2.  Hark !  the  trumpet's  awful  voice 

Sounds  abroad,  through  sea  and  land ; 
Let  His  people  now  rejoice ; 
Their  redemption  is  at  hand. 
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IMMORTALITY. 

3.  See,  the  Lord  appears  in  view ; 

Heaven  and  earth  before  Him  fly; 
Rise,  ye  saints ;   He  comes  for  you; 
Rise  to  meet  Him  in  the  sky. 

4.  Go  and  dwell  with  Him  above, 

"Where  no  foe  can  e'er  molest, 
Happy  in  the  Saviour's  love, 
Blessing  and  forever  blessed. 


1057.  S.  M.  Kelly. 

A>'D  TO  WAIT  FOR  HlS    SOX  FROM  IIKATEX.—  1  TheSS.  1  :  10. 

1.  In  expectation  sweet 

We  wait,  and  sing,  and  pray, 
Till  Christ's  triumphal  car  we  meet, 
And  see  an  endless  day. 

2.  He  comes  !  the  Conqueror  comes ! 

Death  falls  beneath  His  sword ; 
The  joyful  prisoners  burst  their  tombs, 
And  rise  to  meet  their  Lord. 

3.  The  trumpet  sounds  !  awake  ! 

Ye  dead,  to  judgment  come ! 
The  pillars  of  creation  shake, 
"While  hell  receives  her  doom. 

4.  Thrice  happy  morn  for  those 

"Who  love' the  ways  of  peace; 
No  night  of  sorrow  e'er  shall  close 
Or  shade  their  perfect  bliss. 


HEAYEX. 


IMMORTALITY.  —  HEAYEX. 
1058.  L.  M.  Tuck. 

God  shall  wipe  away  all  ieaes  feoh  their  eyes.— Rev.  21  i  4. 

1.  There  is  a  region  lovelier  far 

Than  sages  tell  or  poets  sing,  — 
Brighter  than  summer's  beauties  are, 
And  softer  than  the  tints  of  spring. 

2.  It  is  all  holy  and  serene, 

The  land  of  glory  and  repose ; 
ISTo  cloud  obscures  the  radiant  scene; 
There  not  a  tear  of  sorrow  flows. 

3.  In  vain  the  philosophic  eye 

May  seek  to  view  the  fair  abode, 
Or  find  it  in  the  curtained  sky ; 
It  is  the  dwelling  place  of  God. 

1059.  c.  m. 

God  hath  revealed  them  ukto  us  by  His  Spirit.  —  1  Cor.  2:  10. 

1.  Bright  glories  rush  upon  my  sight, 

And  charm  my  wondering  eyes  — 
The  regions  of  immortal  light, 
The  beauties  of  the  skies. 

2.  All  hail,  ye  fair,  celestial  shores, 

Ye  lands  of  endless  day ; 
A  rich  delight  your  prospect  pours, 
And  drives  my  griefs  away. 

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3.  There's  a  delightful  clearness  now ; 

My  clouds  of  doubt  are  gone ; 
Fled  is  my  former  darkness,  too ; 
My  tears  are  all  withdrawn. 

4.  Short  is  the  passage,  short  the  space, 

Between  my  home  and  me ; 
There,  there  behold  the  radiant  place ; 
How  near  the  mansions  be  ! 

5.  Immortal  wonders,  boundless  things, 

In  those  dear  worlds  appear ; 
Prepare  me,  Lord,  to  stretch  my  wings, 
And  in  those  glories  share. 


1060. 


C.  ML 


Steele. 


They  shall  behold  the  land  that  is  vert  tar  off. —Is.  33:  IT. 

1.  Far  from  these  narrow  scenes  of  night 

Unbounded  glories  rise, 
And  realms  of  infinite  delight, 
Unknown  to  mortal  eyes. 

2.  No  clouds  those  blissful  regions  know, 

Forever  bright  and  fair ; 
For  sin,  the  source  of  mortal  woe, 
Can  never  enter  there. 

3.  0,  may  the  heavenly  prospect  fire 

Our  hearts  with  ardent  love, 
Till  wings  of  faith  and  strong  desire 
Bear  every  thought  above. 


Prepare  us,  Lord,  by  grace  divine, 
For  Thy  bright  courts  on  high ; 

Then  bid  our  spirits  rise  and  join 
The  chorus  of  the  sky. 
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HEAVEN. 
1061.  C.    S£  TLRNBt-LL. 

TlIERK   KEMAIXZin,  THEREFORE,  A   REST   TO   THE    TEOTLE   OF    GOD.  —  llcb.  4  :  9. 

1.  There  is  a  place  of  sacred  rest, 

Far,  far  beyond  the  skies. 
Where  beauty  smiles  eternally, 

And  pleasure  never  dies  — 
My  Father's  house,  my  heavenly  home, 

"Where  "many  mansions"  stand, 
Prepared  by  hands  divine  for  all 

Who  seek  the  better  land. 

2.  When  tossed  upon  the  waves  of  life, 

With  fear  on  every  side,  — 
When  fiercely  howls  the  gathering  storm, 

And  foams  the  angry  tide,  — 
Beyond  the  storm,  beyond  the  gloom, 

Breaks  forth  the  light  of  morn, 
Bright  beaming  from  my  Father's  house, 

To  cheer  the  soul  forlorn. 

3.  In  that  pure  home  of  tearless  joy 

Earth's  parted  friends  shall  meet, 
With  smiles  of  love  that  never  fade, 

And  blessedness  complete. 
There,  there,  adieus  are  sounds  unknown ; 

Death  frowns  not  on  that  scene ; 
But  life  and  glorious  beauty  shine 

Untroubled  and  serene. 

1062.  L.  m. 

These  are  thet  \rnicn  came  out  of  great  tribulation.—  Kev.  7  :  14. 

1.  Lo,  round  the  throne,  at  God's  right  hand, 
The  saints  in  countless  myriads  stand, 
Of  every  tongue,  redeemed  to  God. 
Arrayed  in  garments  washed  in  blood. 
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IMMORTALITY. 

2.  Through  tribulation  great  they  came ; 
They  bore  the  cross,  despised  the  shame ; 
From  all  their  labors  now  they  rest. 

In  God's  eternal  glory  blessed. 

3.  They  see  their  Saviour  face  to  face, 
And  sing  the  triumphs  of  His  grace  ; 
Him  day  and  night  they  ceaseless  praise, 
To  Him  their  loud  hosannas  raise  :  — 

4.  u  Worthy  the  Lamb,  for  sinners  slain, 
Through  endless  years  to  live  and  reign ; 
Thou  hast  redeemed  us  by  Thy  blood, 
And  made  us  kings  and  priests  to  God." 

1063-  C.  M.  Watts. 

TO   HIM   THAT   OVERCOMETH   WILL  I  GIVE   TO   EAT   OF   THE   TBEE    OF   LIFE. 

Rev.  2  : 7. 

1.  u  These  glorious  minds,  how  bright  they  shine ! 

Whence  all  their  white  array  ? 
How  came  they  to  the  happy  seats 
Of  everlasting  day  ?  " 

2.  From  torturing  pains  to  endless  joys 

On  fiery  wheels  they  rode, 
And  strangely  washed  their  raiment  white 
In  Jesus'  dying  blood. 

o.  Xow  they  approach  a  spotless  God, 
And  bow  before  His  throne  ; 
Their  warbling  harps  and  sacred  songs 
Adore  the  Holy  One. 

4.  The  unveiled  glories  of  His  face 
Among  His  saints  reside, 
While  the  rich  treasure  of  His  grace 
Sees  all  their  wants  supplied. 
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HEAVEN. 

5.  Tormenting  thirst  shall  leave  their  souls, 

And  hunger  flee  as  fast ; 
The  fruit  of  life's  immortal  tree 
Shall  be  their  sweet  repast. 

6.  The  Lamb  shall  lead  His  heavenly  flock 

Where  living  fountains  rise, 
And  Love  divine  shall  wipe  away 
The  sorrows  of  their  eyes. 

1064.  P.  M.  Tappan. 

The  hope  which  is  laid  up  fob  tou  in  heavex.—  Col.  1 :  5. 

1.  There  is  an  hour  of  peaceful  rest 

To  mourning  wanderers  given  ; 
There  is  a  joy  for  souls  distressed, 
A  balm  for  every  wounded  breast ; 

'Tis  found  above,  in  heaven. 

2.  There  is  a  home  for  weary  souls 

By  sin  and  sorrow  driven, 
When  tossed  on  life's  tempestuous  shoals, 
Where  storms  arise  and  ocean  rolls, 

And  all  is  drear ;  'tis  heaven. 

3.  There  Faith  lifts  up  her  cheerful  eye 

To  brighter  prospects  given, 
And  views  the  tempest  passing  by, 
The  evening  shadows  quickly  fly, 

And  all  serene  in  heaven. 

4.  There  fragrant  flowers  immortal  bloom, 

And  joys  supreme  are  given ; 
There  rays  divine  disperse  the  gloom  ; 
Beyond  the  confines  of  the  tomb 

Appears  the  dawn  of  heaven. 
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IMMORTALITY. 

1065.  8s  &  7s. 

Neither  stiall  there  he  any  more  paix.  — Rev.  21 :  4. 

1.  Lo,  the  seal  of  death  is  breaking ; 
Those  who  slept  its  sleep  are  waking; 

Heaven  opes  its  portals  fair. 
Hark  !  the  harps  of  God  are  ringing, 
Hark !  the  seraphs'  hymn  is  Hinging 

Music  on  immortal  air. 

2.  There,  no  more  at  eve  declining, 
Suns  without  a  cloud  are  shining 

O'er  the  land  of  life  and  love  ; 
There  the  founts  of  life  are  flowing, 
Flowers  unknown  to  time  are  blowing, 

In  that  radiant  scene  above. 

3.  There  no  sigh  of  memory  swelleth  ; 
There  no  tear  of  misery  welleth  ; 

Hearts  will  bleed  or  break  no  more ; 
Past  is  all  the  cold  world's  scorning. 
Gone  the  night  and  broke  the  morning 

Over  all  the  golden  shore. 

1066.  C.  M.  Watts. 

The  land  or  toue  habitation's.  —  Num.  15  :  2. 

1.  Titere  is  a  land  of  pure  delight, 

Where  saints  immortal  reign ; 
Infinite  day  excludes  the  night, 
And  pleasures  banish  pain. 

2.  There  everlasting  spring  abides, 

And  never-withering  flowers ; 
Death,  like  a  narrow  sea.  divides 
This  heavenly  land  from  ours. 
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HEAVEN'. 

3.  Sweet  fields,  beyond  the  swelling  flood, 

Stand  dressed  in  living  green  ; 
So  to  the  Jews  old  Canaan  stood, 
While  Jordan  rolled  between. 

4.  But  timorous  mortals  start  and  shrink 

To  cross  this  narrow  sea, 
And  linger,  shivering,  on  the  brink, 
And  fear  to  launch  away. 

5.  0,  could  we  make  our  doubts  remove,  — 

Those  gloomy  doubts  that  rise,  — 
And  see  the  Canaan  that  we  love 
With  unbeclouded  eyes,  — 

6.  Could  we  but  climb  where  Moses  stood, 

And  view  the  landscape  o'er,  — 
Not  Jordan's  stream  nor  death's  cold  flood 
Should  fright  us  from  the  shore. 


1067,  L.    P.    M.  COLESWORTHY. 

A>'D  HIS  EEST  SHALL  EE  GLORIOUS.  — Is.  U  :  10. 

1.  ThePwE  is  a  glorious  land  afar, 
Beyond  the  brightest  burning  star, 

Where  peace  interminably  reigns,— 
Whece  soft  and  balmy  breezes  blow, 
And  golden  rivers  gently  flow, 

And  gladness  smiles  o'er  all  the  plains. 

2.  No  grovelling  thought,  no  treacherous  smile, 
No  word  unkind,  no  act  of  guile, 

"Will  e'er  disturb  the  sacred  rest ; 
On  every  peaceful  brow  will  shine 
A  living  beauty,  all  divine, 

And  love  pervade  the  sinless  breast. 
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IMMORTALITY. 

1068.  7s.  Montgomery, 

"What  are  these  which  are  arrayed  in  white  robes  ?  — Rev.  7:  13. 

1.  What  are  these  in  bright  array, 

This  innumerable  throng, 
Round  the  altar  night  and  day, 

Hymning  one  triumphant  song  ?  — 
"  Worthy  is  the  Lamb,  once  slain, 

Blessing,  honor,  glory,  power, 
Wisdom,  riches,  to  obtain, 

New  dominion  every  hour." 

2.  These  through  fiery  trials  trod  ; 

These  from  great  affliction  came. 
Now,  before  the  throne  of  God, 

Sealed  with  His  almighty  name, 
Clad  in  raiment  pure  and  white, 

Victor  palms  in  every  hand, 
Through  their  great  Redeemer's  might, 

More  than  conquerors  they  stand. 

3.  Hunger,  thirst,  disease  unknown, 

On  immortal  fruits  they  feed ; 
Them  the  Lamb,  amid  the  throne, 

Shall  to  living  fountains  lead. 
Joy  and  gladness  banish  sighs ; 

Perfect  love  dispels  all  fear ; 
And  forever  from  their  eyes 

God  shall  wipe  away  the  tear. 

1069.  L.  M.  Steele. 

The  glory  of  God  did  lighted  it.  — Rev.  21:  23. 

1.  There  is  a  glorious  world  on  high, 
Resplendent  with  eternal  day ; 
Faith  views  the  blissful  prospect  nigh, 
While  God's  own  word  reveals  the  way. 
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HEAVEN. 

2.  There  shall  the  favorites  of  the  Lord 

With  never-fading  lustre  shine; 
Surprising  honor  !  vast  reward  ! 
Conferred  on  man  by  Love  divine. 

3.  The  shining  firmament  shall  fade, 

And  sparkling  stars  resign  their  light ; 
But  these  shall  know  nor  change  nor  shade. 
Forever  fair,  forever  bright. 

4.  And  shall  not  these  cold  hearts  of  ours 
Be  kindled  at  the  glorious  view  ? 
Come,  Lord,  awake  our  active  powers, 
Our  feeble,  dying  strength  renew. 

5.  On  wings  of  faith  and  strong  desire, 
O.  may  our  spirits  daily  rise, 
And  reach  at  last  the  shining  choir 
In  the  bright  mansions  of  the  skies. 


1070.  7s.  Montgomery. 

With  white  robes,  axd  palms  ni  their  ha>*ds.  —  Rev.  7  :  9. 

1.  Palms  of  glory,  raiment  bright, 

Crowns  that  never  fade  away. 
Gird  and  deck  the  saints  in  light ; 

Priests,  and  kings,  and  conquerors,  they. 

2.  Yet  the  conquerors  bring  their  palms 

To  the  Lamb  amid  the  throne, 
And  proclaim,  in  joyful  psalms. 
Victory  through  His  cross  alone. 

3.  Kings  for  harps  their  crowns  resign, 

Crying,  as  they  strike  the  chords, 
"  Take  the  kingdom ;  it  is  Thine, 
King  of  kings  and  Lord  of  lords." 
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IMMORTALITY. 

4.  Round  the  altar  priests  confess, 

If  their  robes  are  white  as  snow, 
'Twas  the  Saviour's  righteousness, 
And  His  blood,  that  made  them  so. 

5.  "Who  are  these  ?     On  earth  they  dwelt ; 

Sinners,  once,  of  Adam's  race ; 
Guilt,  and  fear,  and  suffering  felt, 
But  were  saved  by  sovereign  grace. 

6.  They  were  mortal,  too,  like  us ; 

Ah,  when  we,  like  them,  must  die, 
May  our  souls,  translated  thus, 

Triumph,  reign,  and  shine  on  high. 


1071.  L.  M.  Steele. 

That  they  mat  behold  Mr  glory.—  John  17  :  24. 

1.  0  for  a  sweet,  inspiring  ray 

To  animate  our  feeble  strains, 
From  the  bright  realms  of  endless  day, 
The  blissful  realms  where  Jesus  reigns. 

2.  There,  low  before  His  glorious  throne, 

Adoring  saints  and  angels  fall, 
And  with  delightful  worship  own 

His  smile  their  bliss,  their  heaven,  their  all. 

3.  Immortal  glories  crown  His  head, 

While  tuneful  hallelujahs  rise, 
And  love,  and  joy,  and  triumph  spread 
Through  all  the  assemblies  of  the  skies. 

4.  He  smiles,  and  seraphs  tune  their  songs 

To  boundless  rapture  while  they  gaze ; 
Ten  thousand  thousand  joyful  tongues 
Resound  His  everlasting  praise. 
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HEAVEN. 


Then  all  the  favorites  of  the  Lamb 
Shall  join  at  last  the  heavenly  choir  ; 

O,  may  the  joy-inspiring  theme 
Awake  our  faith  and  warm  desire ! 


1072.  S.  M.  Montgomery. 

SO   SHALL  WE  EVER  BE   WITH  THE  LORD.  — 1  TlieSS.  4  :  17. 

1.  "Forever  with  the  Lord!" 

Amen  !  so  let  it  be ; 
Life  from  the  dead  is  in  that  word ; 
'Tis  immortality. 

2.  Here  in  this  body  pent, 

Absent  from  Him  I  roam, 
Yet  nightly  pitch  my  moving  tent 
A  day's  march  nearer  home. 

3.  My  Fathers  house  on  high. 

Home  of  my  soul,  how  near 
At  times  to  faith's  discerning  eye 
Thy  golden  gates  appear  I 

4.  Ah,  then  my  spirit  faints 

To  reach  the  land  I  love, 
The  bright  inheritance  of  saints, 
Jerusalem  above. 

5.  "  Forever  with  the  Lord ! " 

Father,  if  'tis  Thy  will, 
The  promise  of  that  faithful  word 
E'en  here  to  me  fulfil. 

6.  Be  Thou  at  my  right  hand ; 

Then  can  I  never  fail ; 
Uphold  Thou  me,  and  I  shall  stand ; 
Fight,  and  I  must  prevail. 
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IMMORTALITY. 

1073.  8s  &  7s.  Moore. 

Great  is  roup  rbwaju)  i>~  ueave.v.  —  Matt.  5  :  12. 

1.  This  world  is  all  a  fleeting  show, 

For  man's  illusion  given; 

The  smiles  of  joy,  the  tears  of  woe, 
Deceitful  shine,  deceitful  How; 
There's  nothing  true  but  heaven. 

2.  And  false  the  light  on  glory's  plume, 

As  fading  hues  of  even ; 
And  love,  and  hope,  and  beauty's  bloom 
Are  blossoms  gathered  for  the  tomb  ; 

There's  nothing  bright  but  heaven. 

3.  Poor  wanderers  of  a  stormy  day, 

From  wave  to  wave  we're  driven  ; 
And  fancy's  flash  and  reason's  ray 
Serve  but  to  light  the  troubled  way  ;. 

There's  nothing  calm  but  heaven. 

1074.  CM.  Doddridge. 

The  Loed  shall  be  thixe  everlasting  Light.  —Is.  GO:  20. 

1.  Ye  golden  lamps  of  heaven,  farewell, 

With  all  your  feeble  light ; 
Farewell,  thou  ever-changing  moon, 
Pale  empress  of  the  night. 

2.  And  thou,  refulgent  orb  of  day. 

In  brighter  flames  arrayed. 
3iy  soul,  that  springs  beyond  thy  sphere, 
No  more  demands  thine  aid. 

3.  Ye  stars  are  but  the  shining  dust 

Of  my  divine  abode, 
The  pavement  of  those  heavenly  courts 
Where  I  shall  reign  with  God. 
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IIEAVEN'. 

4.  The  Father  of  eternal  light 

Shall  there  His  beams  display ; 
Xor  shall  one  moment's  darkness  mix 
With  that  unvaried  day. 

5.  Xo  more  the  drops  of  piercing  grief 

Shall  swell  into  mine  eyes, 

Nor  the  meridian  sun  decline 

Amid  those  brighter  skies. 

6.  There  all  the  millions  of  His  saints 

Shall  in  one  song  unite, 
And  each  the  bliss  of  all  shall  view 
"With  infinite  delight. 


1075.  7s.  NEvm. 

Come  up  hitheb.  —  Rev.  4  :  1. 

1.  u  Come  up  hither ;  come  away  ;  " 

Thus  the  ransomed  spirits  sing ; 
Here  is  cloudless,  endless  day ; 
Here  is  everlasting  spring. 

2.  Come  up  hither  ;  come  and  dwell 

With  the  living  hosts  above  ; 
Come,  and  let  your  bosoms  swell 
With  their  burning  songs  of  love. 

3.  Come  up  hither ;  come  and  share 

In  the  sacred  joys  that  rise, 
Like  an  ocean,  every  where 

Through  the  myriads  of  the  skies. 

4.  Come  up  hither ;  come  and  shine 

In  the  robes  of  spotless  white ; 
Palms,  and  harps,  and  crowns  are  thine  ; 
Hither,  hither  wing  your  flight 
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IMMORTALITY. 


Come  up  hither  ;  hither  speed ; 

Rest  is  found  in  heaven  alone ; 
Here  is  all  the  wealth  you  need ; 

Come  and  make  this  wealth  your  own. 


1076.  7s.  Raffles. 

In  Mr  Father's  house  aee  many  mansions.  —  John  14  : 2. 

1.  High  in  yonder  realms  of  light, 

Far  above  these  lower  skies, 
Fair  and  exquisitely  bright, 

Heaven's  unfading  mansions  rise. 
Glad  within  these  blest  abodes 

Dwell  the  raptured  saints  above, 
Where  no  anxious  care  corrodes, 

Happy  in  Immanuers  love. 

2.  Once  indeed,  like  us  below, 

Pilgrims  in  this  vale  of  tears, 
Torturing  pain  and  heavy  woe, 

Gloomy  doubts,  distressing  fears,  — 
These,  alas  !  full  well  they  knew, 

Sad  companions  of  their  way ; 
Oft  on  them  the  tempest  blew, 

Through  the  long  and  cheerless  day. 

3.  Oft  their  vileness  they  deplored, 

Wills  perverse  and  hearts  untrue, 
Grieved  they  had  not  loved  the  Lord  — 

Loved  as  they  had  wished  to  do ; 
But  these  days  of  weeping  o'er. 

Past  this  scene  of  toil  and  pain, 
They  shall  feel  distress  no  more, 

Never,  never  weep  again. 
742 


HEAVES. 

]  077.  7s  &  6s; 

Ofex  ye  tiie  gates.  —  Is.  20  :  2. 

1.  Burst,  ye  emerald  gates,  and  bring 

To  my  raptured  vision 
All  the  eestatie  joys  that  spring 

Round  the  bright  elysian : 
Lo,  we  lift  our  longing  eyes ; 
Break,  ye  intervening  skies ; 
Sons  of  righteousness,  arise, 

Ope  the  gates  of  paradise. 

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2.  Floods  of  everlasting  light 

Freely  flash  before  Him ; 
Myriads,  with  supreme  delight, 

Instantly  adore  Him ; 
Angelic  trumps  resound  His  fame ; 
Lutes  of  lucid  gold  proclaim 
All  the  music  of  His  name, 
Heaven  echoing  the  theme. 

3.  Four  and  twenty  elders  rise 

From  their  princely  station  ; 
Shout  His  glorious  victories, 

Sing  the  great  salvation  : 
Cast  their  crowns  before  His  throne ; 
Cry,  in  reverential  tone, 
u  Glory  be  to  God  alone, 
Holy,  holy,  holy  One.*' 

4.  Hark  !  the  thrilling  symphonies 

Seem,  methinks,  to  seize  us ; 
Join  we,  too,  the  holy  lavs  — 

"  Jesus !  Jesus  !  Jesus !  " 
Sweetest  sound  in  seraph's  song, 
Sweetest  note  on  mortal  tongue, 
Sweetest  carol  ever  sung  — 
"  Jesus,  Jesus,"  Hoay  along. 
743 


IMMORTALITY. 

1078.  C.  ML  S.  Stexxett. 

He  shall  bless  thee  is  the  land.  —  Deut.  .- 

1.  Ox  Jordan's  stormy  banks  I  stand, 

And  oast  a  wishful  eye 
To  Canaan's  fair  and  happy  land, 
Where  my  possessions  lie. 

2.  O  the  transporting,  rapturous  scene 

That  rises  to  my  sight ! 
Sweet  fields  arrayed  in  living  green, 
And  rivers  of  delight ! 

3.  All  o'er  those  wide-extended  plains 

Shines  one  eternal  day ; 
There  God,  the  Sun,  forever  reigns, 
And  scatters  night  away. 

4.  No  chilling  winds  or  poisonous  breath 

Can  reach  that  healthful  shore ; 
Sickness  and  sorrow,  pain  and  death. 
Are  felt  and  feared  no  more. 

5.  "When  shall  I  reach  that  happy  place, 

And  be  forever  blessed  ? 
When  shall  I  see  my  Father's  face, 
And  in  His  bosom  rest  ? 

1079.  C.  M.  "Watts. 

The  throxe  of  God  ajtd  of  tut.  Lamb  shall  be  Hr  it.— Bev.  -2  hS 

1.   Raise  thee,  my  soul;  fly  up,  and  run 
Through  every  heavenly  street ; 
And  say,  there's  nought  below  the  sun 
That's  worthy  of  thy  feet. 
744 


HEAVEN. 

2.  There,  on  a  high,  majestic  throne, 

The  almighty  Father  reigns, 
And  sheds  His  glorious  goodness  down 
On  all  the  blissful  plains. 

3.  Bright,  like  a  sun,  the  Saviour  sits, 

And  spreads  eternal  noon ; 
No  evenings  there,  nor  gloomy  nights, 
To  want  the  feeble  moon. 

4.  Amid  those  ever-shining  skies, 

Behold  the  sacred  Dove  ; 
While  banished  sin  and  sorrow  flies 
From  all  the  realms  of  love. 

5.  The  glorious  tenants  of  the  place 

Stand  bending  round  the  throne, 
And  saints  and  seraphs  sing  and  praise 
The  infinite  Three  One. 

6.  Jesus,  O,  when  shall  that  dear  day, 

That  joyful  hour,  appear, 
When  I  shall  leave  this  house  of  clay 
To  dwell  among  them  there  ? 

1080.  8s.  De  Fleury. 

All  the  axgils  stood  bound  about  the  theoxe.— Rev.  7  :  U. 

1.  Ye  angels,  who  stand  round  the  throne, 

And  view  my  Immanuel's  face, 
In  rapturous  songs  make  Him  known ; 
O,  tune  your  soft  harps  to  His  praise. 

2.  Ye  saints,  who  stand  nearer  than  they, 

And  cast  your  bright  crowns  at  His  feet, 
His  grace  and  His  glory  display, 
And  all  His  rich  mercy  repeat. 
745 


IMMORTALITY. 

3.  0,  when  will  the  moment  appear 

When  I  shall  unite  in  your  song  ? 
I'm  weary  of  lingering  here, 
For  I  to  your  Saviour  belong. 

4.  I'm  fettered  and  chained  here  in  clay ; 

I  struggle  and  pant  to  be  free ; 
I  long  to  be  soaring  away, 

My  God  and  my  Saviour  to  see. 

1081.  8s. 

THE   STREET  OF  THE  CITT  WAS  PURE  GOLD.  — RcV.  21  :  21* 

1.  We  speak  of  the  realms  of  the  blessed, 

That  country  so  bright  and  so  fair, 
And  oft  are  its  glories  confessed ; 
But  what  must  it  be  to  be  there  ! 

2.  We  speak  of  its  pathways  of  gold, 

Its  walls  decked  with  jewels  so  rare, 
Its  wonders  and  pleasures  untold ; 
But  what  must  it  be  to  be  there ! 

3.  We  speak  of  its  freedom  from  sin, 

From  sorrow,  temptation,  and  care, 
From  trials  without  and  within ; 
But  what  must  it  be  to  be  there ! 

4.  We  speak  of  its  service  of  love, 

The  robes  which  the  glorified  wear, 
The  church  of  the  first  born  above  ; 
But  what  must  it  be  to  be  there  ! 

-5.  Do  Thou,  Lord,  'mid  sorrow  and  woe, 
Still  for  heaven  my  spirit  prepare, 
And  shortly  I  also  shall  know, 
And  feel,  what  it  is  to  be  there. 

746 


D0X0L0GIE3. 

D0X0L0GIE3. 

1.  L.  M.  fernm. 

Praise  God,  from  whom  all  blessings  flow ; 
Praise  Him,  all  creatures  here  below  ; 
Praise  Him  above,  ye  heavenly  host ; 
Praise  Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost. 

2.  L.  M.  Watts. 

To  God  the  Father,  God  the  Son, 
And  God  the  Spirit,  Three  in  One, 
Be  honor,  praise,  and  glory  given 
By  all  on  earth  and  all  in  heaven. 

3.  C.  M.  Watts. 

Let  God  the  Father,  and  the  Son, 

And  Spirit,  be  adored, 
"Where  there  are  works  to  make  Him  known, 

Or  saints  to  love  the  Lord. 

4.  C.  M.         Tate  &  Brady. 

To  Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost, 

One  God,  whom  we  adore, 
Be  glory,  as  it  was,  is  now, 

And  shall  be  evermore. 

5.  C.  M.  Watts. 

The  God  of  mercy  be  adored, 
Who  calls  our  souls  from  death, 

Who  saves  by  His  redeeming  word 
And  new-creating  breath. 
747 


DOXOLOGIES. 

To  praise  the  Father,  and  the  Son, 

And  Spirit,  all  divine,  — 
The  One  in  Three,  and  Three  in  One,  — 

Let  saints  and  angels  join. 

6.  S.  M.  Watts. 

Te  angels  round  the  throne, 
And  saints  who  dwell  below, 

"Worship  the  Father,  praise  the  Son, 
And  bless  the  Spirit  too. 

7.  S.  M.  Beddome. 

To  the  eternal  Three, 

In  will  and  essence  One, 
Be  universal  honors  paid, 

Coequal  honors  done. 

8.  H.  M.  Watts. 

To  our  eternal  God, 

The  Father,  and  the  Son, 
And  Spirit,  all  divine, 

Three  mysteries  in  One, 


Salvation,  power, 
And  praise  be  given, 


By  all  on  earth, 
Arid  all  in  heaven. 


9.  L.  P.  M.  Watts. 

Now  to  the  great  and  sacred  Three, 
The  Father,  Son,  and  Spirit,  be 

Eternal  praise  and  glory  given. 
Through  all  the  worlds  where  God  is  known, 
By  all  the  angels  near  the  throne, 

And  all  the  saints  in  earth  and  heaven. 
748 


DOXOLOGIES. 

10.  C.  P.  It      Tate  &  Brady. 

To  Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost, 

The  God,  whom  heaven's  triumphant  host 

And  saints  on  earth  adore, 
Be  glory  as  in  ages  past, 
As  now  it  is,  and  so  shall  last, 

When  time  shall  be  no  more. 

11.  7s.  Mead's  Coll. 

Sing  we  to  our  God  above 
Praise  eternal  as  His  love  : 
Praise  Him,  all  ye  heavenly  host  — 
Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost. 

12.  7s.  White. 

Now  to  God,  the  Three  in  One, 
Be  eternal  glory  done  ; 
Raise,  ye  saints,  the  sound  again  ; 
Nations,  join  the  loud  Amen. 

13.  7s.  Coxder. 

1.  Now,  with  angels  round  the  throne, 

Cherubim  and  seraphim, 
And  the  church,  which  still  is  one, 

Let  us  swell  the  solemn  hymn ; 
Glory  to  the  great  I  am  \ 
Glory  to  the  Victim  Lamb. 

2.  Blessing,  honor,  glory,  might, 
And  dominion  infinite, 

To  the  Father  of  our  Lord, 
To  the  Spirit  and  the  Word, 
As  it  was  all  worlds  before, 
Is,  and  shall  be  evermore. 
749 


DOXOLOGIES. 

14.  8s. 

All  praise  to  the  Father,  the  Son, 
And  Spirit,  thrice  holy  and  blessed, 

The  eternal,  supreme,  Three  in  One, 
Was,  is,  and  shall  still  be  addressed. 

lO.  8s  &  7s. 

Praise  the  Father,  earth  and  heaven ; 

Praise  the  Son,  the  Spirit  praise ; 
As  it  was,  and  is,  be  given 

Glory  through  eternal  days. 

16.  8s  &  7s. 

Praise  the  God  of  all  creation ; 

Praise  the  Father's  boundless  love  ; 
Praise  the  Lamb,  our  Expiation ; 

Praise  the  Spirit  from  above : 
Praise  the  Fountain  of  salvation, 

Him  by  whom  our  spirits  live ; 
Undivided  adoration 

To  the  one  Jehovah  give. 

17.  8s,  7s,  &  4. 

Great  Jehovah,  we  adore  Thee, 
God  the  Father,  God  the  Son, 
God  the  Spirit,  joined  in  glory 
On  the  same  eternal  throne  ; 

Endless  praises 
To  Jehovah,  Three  in  One. 
750 


D0X0L0GIES. 

18.  7s  &  6s. 

To  Thee  be  praise  forever, 

Thou  glorious  King  of  kings : 
Thy  wondrous  love  and  favor 

Each  ransomed  spirit  sings ; 
We'll  celebrate  Thy  glory, 

With  all  Thy  saints  above, 
And  shout  the  joyful  story 

Of  Thy  redeeming  love. 

19.  6s  &  4s. 

To  the  great  One  in  Three, 
The  highest  praises  be, 

Hence  evermore  ; 
His  sovereign  majesty 
May  we  in  glory  see, 
And  to  eternity 

Love  and  adore. 

20.  4s  &  6s. 

To  Father,  Son, 

And  Spirit,  —  One,  — 
The  God  who  reigns  in  heaven, 

As  done  above, 

May  praise  and  love 
By  all  on  earth  be  given. 

21.  10s  &  lis.     Rippon's  Coll. 

All  glory  to  God,  the  Father  and  Son, 
And  Spirit  of  grace,  the  great  Three  in  One  ; 
Let  highest  ascriptions  forever  be  given 
By  all  the  creation  on  earth  and  in  heaven. 
751 


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DOXOLOGIES. 

22.  8s,  6s,  &  4s. 

To  God  the  Father,  God  the  Son, 

And  God  the  Spirit,  Three  in  One, 

On  earth  be  praises  given, 

While  angels  raise 

Their  higher  praise 

With  the  redeemed  in  heaven. 

23.  5s  &  6s. 

By  angels  in  heaven 

Of  every  degree, 
And  saints  upon  earth, 

All  praise  be  addressed, 
To  God  in  Three  Persons, 

One  God  ever  blessed  ; 
As  hath  been,  and  now  is. 

And  always  shall  be. 

24.  p.  m. 

All  glory  to  God 

In  His  highest  abode, 

Who  sits  on  His  throne  ! 
All  glory  to  Jesus,  His  crucified  Son  ! 

All  glory  and  praise 

To  the  Spirit  of  grace  ! 

The  eternal  I  am  : 
Let  His  saints  and  His  angels  forever  proclaim. 
752 


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